My healthy, 49-year-old mother was rushed to the ER with sudden nausea and within hours doctors found three brain aneurysms, one already ruptured

Research study exploring what it means to live with familial (hereditary) intracranial aneurysms (FIAs) by Lily George, MSc Genetic and Genomic Counselling at Cardiff University

If you've been affected by a brain aneurysm, please share your experiences and views on how imaging, risk and new technology like artificial intelligence are used in care.

Hereditary Brain Aneurysm Support is proud to launch the Patient and Family Advisory Panel (PFAP), a new voluntary group bringing together the voices of people and families affected by brain aneurysms to help shape the future of our work.

Dawn Roberts discovered she had a hereditary brain aneurysm after her daughter suffered a life-threatening rupture. Following successful endovascular surgery to treat the aneurysm, she is now three years post-treatment and living life to the full. Dawn describes herself as grateful and more positive than ever, enjoying time outdoors with her animals and family. As a trustee for HBA Support, she now uses her experience to help others feel informed and reassured.

The ‘Kim Kardashian Effect’ – Sharing Facts not Fear about brain aneurysms in the National Media

After menopause women are 2.2 times more likely to develop aneurysms than men. We pledge to create greater awareness, research, and support.

Our first Brain Aneurysm Friends Peer Support Group showed the value of having a safe space where people can talk, share, and simply be understood. Thank you to those who joined this first session and helped create such a positive, encouraging atmosphere.

Being diagnosed with a brain aneurysm can feel overwhelming. There are often more questions than answers, and it can be hard to know what’s within your control. At HBA Support, we've created a guide to give people the best possible information to live well with their condition.

A world-leading, landmark research initiative aims to lay the foundation for the country’s first genetic screening programme for brain aneurysms—potentially reshaping how the NHS identifies and manages a life-threatening but often overlooked condition that can devastate families for generations. 

Maria’s story: from brain aneurysm survivor to inspiring volunteer. Her family were told that even if she survived, she would likely be left severely disabled. Today, just over 18 months on, Maria has defied every expectation. "Giving back like that feels like part of my recovery too.”.

We are committed to listening to people and families impacted by brain aneurysms, and making sure our communities voice is heard.

How we will engage directly with policymakers, NHS leaders, clinicians and researchers to highlight the gaps Fit for the Future: 10-Year Health Plan for England leaves behind

In Memory of Steve Shotter: “No one explained about brain aneurysms. We didn’t know.”

What the UK’s largest neurological survey reveals about life with a brain aneurysm

Brain Aneurysms: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and how to live well with a brain aneurysm

The Dear Annie I Hate You play is a conversation and a window into brain aneurysms that urgently needs a louder voice and a better understanding. Read more about the play and the emotions from a brain aneurysm patients perspective.

When Lorna Meijer lost her mother, Connie, suddenly in April 2024 to a ruptured brain aneurysm, the shock was overwhelming.

HBA Support launches research reveals shocking gaps in screening and unequal care for people with hereditary brain aneurysms.

HBA Support welcomes the opportunity to share our views on the NHS 10-Year Plan and how the NHS could better screen, support, and treat our

Research Participation Opportunity: Have you ever had screening for brain aneurysms? Tell us your experiences.

Could you help us answer this question: What are the experiences of families with a diagnosis of Familial Aneurysm Syndrome?

Hereditary Brain Aneurysm Support (HBA Support) started as a personal mission but quickly grew into a community of support and information

Here's a look at our current research initiatives, how they are bringing hope to patients and families

Marjory Hale began experiencing persistent one-sided pain behind her eye that wouldn’t go away, similar to her brother's ruptured aneurysm

Knowing there are others going through the same thing provided Andy with much-needed support and understanding.

Welcome to Hereditary Brain Aneurysm Supports first regular newsletter

By recording the incidence of the condition, we can gain a better understanding of its natural history and generational impact.

Deborah Johnston's story from diagnosis through to treatment and finding a community.

Unruptured brain aneurysms are fragile bulges in the walls of brain arteries. While often asymptomatic, they carry the potential to...

In the world of hereditary brain aneurysms, screening is a common topic for those who might have a higher risk due to family connections.