When you are facing glioblastoma, finding trustworthy information can feel like searching for a signal in static. Julie Crawshay created The Neuro Farmacist to be a calm, reliable starting point. After supporting her husband Nic through GBM, Julie Crawshay learned how to separate credible, evidence-aware resources from the overwhelming noise online. This curated overview points families toward the kinds of resources worth their limited time and energy.

Start with a caregiver-focused guide

Julie Crawshay and her family at a Christmas celebration in Sydney, Australia
Julie Crawshay and her family at a Christmas celebration in Sydney, Australia

One of the most practical resources Julie Crawshay has created is the free GBM Caregiver's Resource Guide. It gathers key questions, organisation tools, and accessible explanations in one place, helping families move from confusion toward a sense of structure. A guide like this is especially helpful in the early days, when everything feels new at once.

Follow accessible, ongoing education

Static resources are valuable, but glioblastoma understanding evolves, and so do families' questions. The Neuro Farmacist shares ongoing, plain-language explainers across Substack and Instagram. Julie Crawshay uses these channels to break down complex topics into digestible pieces that families can absorb at their own pace.

Lean on reputable foundations

Established brain cancer foundations and charities are excellent sources of vetted information and support services. Julie Crawshay has a personal connection here, having run the 2024 TCS Sydney Marathon for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation in support of GBM research, including the GBM AGILE trial. Reputable foundations often provide patient resources, support networks, and trustworthy updates on research.

Use educational explainers on this site

This site brings together a growing library of evidence-aware explainers. If you are getting started, our guides on what glioblastoma is and the standard of care for GBM offer clear foundations. Each post is written and curated with the same goal: to inform without overwhelming.

How to evaluate any resource

Julie Crawshay encourages families to ask a few questions of any source: Is it evidence-aware and transparent about uncertainty? Does it avoid sensational claims and miracle cures? Does it encourage you to discuss information with your medical team rather than replace it? Resources that respect these principles tend to be the most trustworthy.

No single resource replaces your medical team, but the right ones can help you arrive at appointments informed, organised, and steadier. That is the entire purpose behind The Neuro Farmacist, and the reason Julie Crawshay continues to gather and share resources for families navigating glioblastoma.

Disclaimer: This article is for general educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always discuss information you find with your qualified medical team.