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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.

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.”.

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

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.

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

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.

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