What Will Come After My First TKI?Living with lung cancer has changed my perspective on life. I have been interested in clinical studies as well as the different lung cancer treatment options for my ALK-positive biomarker. Being...reactionscomments
My Cancer Journey Through The Beatles Song TitlesThe Beatles were a popular rock band formed in the 1960s. Their songs have lived on until now. My children and my 2-year-old grandson know their songs by heart. My...reactions1comment
Side By Side With The Power of GratitudeOnce again, I am reminded to have the right attitude for another year. Being grateful keeps my eyes away from what I lack. Instead, it makes me count my blessings...reactionscomments
Haunting Words Since DiagnosisI was told about my stage 4 lung cancer in December 2019. There have been many words I've heard and read describing my stage 4 diagnosis. Most of the time...reactions3comments
Improving My Quality Of LifeAfter years into my lung cancer treatment, my mission remains to include healthy habits that could improve the quality of my life. Taking charge of my health by choosing a...reactions7comments
The Power and Impact of The Patient PerspectiveI had the chance to sit at one of the annual Zoom meetings where an oncologist encouraged patients living with lung cancer to spread awareness and hope. He said patients...reactions8comments
Finding My Feet While Traversing Along A Rocky PathOncologists fight cancer for a living; it is a clear journey that they choose to be on. However, patients living with lung cancer must face this journey - whether they...reactions5comments
Choosing to Advocate for MyselfI am in awe for reaching this far living with lung cancer. Throughout my diagnosis and treatment, I choose to self-advocate for my health and well-being. There is a constant...reactions7comments
My Encounter With Gamma KnifeAt the time of my diagnosis, my CT scans showed metastatic lung cancer in my brain. Further brain MRI confirmed a solitary lesion in the left basal ganglia which is...reactions2comments
Having Distinct EmpathyBeing a member of support groups makes me realize the importance of empathy. Most cancer patients associate empathy with highly improved health upshots. Moreover, since diagnosis, I have gained the...reactionscomments
Giving As Part Of My JourneyDonations to charitable organizations have been one of the ways I give back to my community. After receiving my lung cancer diagnosis, I have added my support to fundraisers for...reactionscomments
Provision of Psychosocial SupportPsychosocial support can be an overlooked slice of cancer care. It is not a lavish service but a much-needed fragment for better emotional and physical health of cancer patients and...reactionscomments
The Precious Gift Of TimeTime is a priceless gift especially when I am facing a stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis. Living with the disease is part of my daily routine. With the precious time...reactions6comments
Looking On The Bright SideI have marveled at the emerging discoveries of lung cancer drugs and clinical trials. Most of the drugs have controlled gene mutations and metastases. In addition, some clinical trials have...reactions1comment
Finding A Sense Of Balance - Life With CancerAs a person living with lung cancer, the treatment and medical appointments can be exhausting and time-consuming. There should be a balance between my life and dealing with my cancer...reactionscomments
Big Shout Out To My Cancer Care HeroesWhat a great feeling having reached the second-year mark living with lung cancer. The huge impact definitely comes from the roles my healthcare providers have played. A great deal of...reactions3comments
I Wish For “CT Lung Cancer Screening For All"I wish CT lung cancer screening was more inclusive for people who have no smoking history or risk factors. In other words, “CT lung screening for all.” Since my diagnosis...reactions7comments
My Own Version Of Self AdvocacyAs I am living with lung cancer, I have better days. Despite suffering from body reactions from my targeted therapy, life still must go on. There is no room to...reactionscomments
What’s To Come After Being Fully VaccinatedThe battle against Covid is not over yet after seeing a number of variants of concern emerging. My family received our second dose by the end of July. The second...reactionscomments
Unwinding For HealingI have controlled lung cancer. For more than a year since my 2019 diagnosis, I have realized there is a great need to unwind to increase healing from lung cancer...reactions5comments
