Difference in OpinionsOne thing is for sure when facing any health condition, especially lung cancer, is that everyone has an opinion. Sometimes, opinions are warranted, and sometimes, they feel like rubbish. It... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding Hope With Lung CancerWhether you have been on the journey for a while or just starting out on this unknown path. Hearing that you have cancer of any kind comes as a shock... By Ashley Rickles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My Travel Goals While Prioritizing TreatmentIn September of last year, I traveled to the ancient cities of Rome and Pisa, Italy. The nine-hour flight on each way and going through three busy international airports took... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Lung Cancer Alteration of ALK GeneLittle did I know that we were all born with the ALK (anaplastic lymphoma kinase) gene, but mine had an alteration. At diagnosis, I underwent a needle biopsy to get... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
My Survivorship Comes With Longstanding Side EffectsAnother year of facing my side effects head-on for my survival. I agree that being a survivor is personal. One size fits all does not exist when it comes to... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of Proactive Health ManagementTo get through the complicated process of having lung cancer, its best to be responsible about managing your health. When you have lung cancer, it's very important to stay on... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Recent Family Visit From MexicoA few years ago, my half-sister, niece, and great-niece visited me from Mexico. I was so happy because I hadn’t seen them in over 20 years and had never met... By Juanita Segura3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
ConnectionsSometimes, the walk in lung cancer brings about a certain level of fear and uncertainty. There may be a magnitude of positive experiences along the way, and part of them... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lung Cancer Warriors: Conquering Vegas TogetherIn December of 2023 I went on a lung cancer warriors Las Vegas trip. This trip was planned by a lung cancer sister. She posted information about it in her... By Juanita Segura2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Losing a Fellow WarriorWhen I was first diagnosed, I was grasping at any ray of hope that I could make friends during my journey. I remember searching support groups via social media and... By Ashley Rickles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My RockRecently, I’ve been asked who my rock is and how have they helped me. Many might automatically think it’s my husband, children, or family. But honestly, it’s not; it’s my... By Juanita Segura2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Scare of My Lung Cancer SpreadingRecurrence is a terrifying prospect for cancer patients. In October of last year, this became my fear. My lung nodules have increased in size, and there are concerning spots in... By Christine Qiong Wu3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
A Discerning Life With Lung CancerUnending new developments in lung cancer research and clinical trials give me hope for my future. There are more treatment options giving patients’ better quality of lives and even longer... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Community Strength Through SurvivorshipA cancer diagnosis changes everything, and people who have been through it often feel scared, unsure, and alone. But in times of trouble, a strong group of people who have... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Memorable Journey to Ireland: A Dream FulfilledEven though I was diagnosed with lung cancer when I was 30 years old in 2014, I went on a spectacular journey to Ireland in September 2023, just before I... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Needing a Little SunshineI have personally felt a bit down since putting away the Christmas decorations and going into this new year. New year, new beginnings and what also seemed like the longest... By Ashley Rickles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Cancer OlympicsHumans tend to compare themselves against others on countless levels, like career, money, and family. Cancer patients are no exception and compare things such as cancer types, stages, side effects... By Christine Qiong Wu3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lung Cancer, Exercise, and MisconceptionsTo process the dos and don'ts of staying in good health is complicated. So, what does that mean? What exactly is good health if you've been afflicted with lung cancer... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Remembering a Lung Cancer LegendToday will be a day I won't soon forget. It's the reason I've recently stepped back from lung cancer advocacy work. I have moved to Jacksonville, FL and am only... By Samantha Mixon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Embracing the Rollercoaster of Lung Cancer SurvivalBeing diagnosed with lung cancer is a life-altering experience, one that moves people to a whirlwind of emotions, uncertainties, and challenges. As a long-term survivor, often referred to as a... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments