Skincare and CancerUpon beginning my chemo tablet of Tagrisso, I developed a pesky skin rash. It was only on my chin, chest, and back...reactionscomments
And Yet Another MilestoneIn February, I got to write about being able to be here to witness my daughter have her first boyfriend. Unfortunately, he has...reactionscomments
My Story: A Newfound HopeOn October 19, 2017, I heard the words, "You have cancer". I thought it was a death sentence, but I have learned...reactionscomments
Benefit of the DoubtThere’s not a day that passes that I don’t miss my mom, especially the way the world is today. I can say...reactionscomments
Maintaining a Routine in Challenging TimesAs living creatures, we are biologically wired to thrive on routines. Have you ever heard of circadian rhythms? According to the NIH...reactionscomments
The Phrase "I'm Fine" From Lung Cancer PatientsIn my view, we live in one of two worlds which consists of healthy people or cancer patients. Here, healthy people do...reactions5comments
Workplace Accommodations Under the Americans With Disabilities ActLiving with a chronic disease, like cancer, can sometimes make it difficult to function in the workplace. But despite struggling daily, many...reactionscomments
Needs and Wants Without RegretsIt is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Lisa Moran on June 6, 2023. As a cherished...reactions2comments
Chemo Cranium ChallengeAre you a supporter of medical marijuana? Are you on the fence about it? Or, are you dead set against it? If you are...reactions4comments
Community Spotlight: James (Part 2)James Petzing has been living with lung cancer since 2017. After everything he's been through first with his neck cancer and now...reactions2comments
Community Spotlight: James (Part 1)James Petzing is a retired 59 year old professional poker player living in Las Vegas. Before retirement, he worked at a high-end...reactionscomments
10 Tips to Making the Best of SummerSummer means family and fun. There’s usually lots of food involved. Vacationing and a whole lot of sunshine. Many of us have...reactionscomments
Will My Disability Benefits Change If My Diagnosis Changes?Getting approved for disability benefits from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) can take a lot of paperwork and patience. But you...reactions1comment
Pardon My Rant...But Hear Me OutThere are several things that I wish medical oncologists would share with us before we receive treatment. These are not life and...reactions2comments
Be Informed: Roundup of Advocacy Meetings and Events (Summer and Fall)Learn more about lung cancer advocacy events in Be Informed: Roundup of Advocacy Meetings and Events (Winter and Spring). June 15-16 is...reactionscomments
Be Informed: Roundup of Advocacy Meetings and Events (Winter and Spring)Every gathering of lung cancer advocates is uniquely wonderful. It’s a time to meet fellow advocates perhaps for the first time after...reactionscomments
Cancer In ReverseTo say that we're living in unprecedented times is an understatement. From one day to the next, our lives have been turned...reactions3comments
Media Tips and Points for Lung Cancer Advocates (Part 2)Read about the value of media training for lung cancer advocates in Dusty's article Media Tips and Points for Lung Cancer Advocates...reactionscomments
Media Tips and Points for Lung Cancer AdvocatesThis is a pivotal time for lung cancer advocacy. The statistics -- though far from acceptable -- are finally moving in our...reactionscomments
Advocacy Improves My Cognitive Impairment Caused By My Brain TumorI was diagnosed with lung cancer with metastasis to the brain five years ago. Now my cancer is under control. My body...reactionscomments
