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If you have been diagnosed with lung cancer, you are still able to travel on the airlines. If you are NOT on oxygen, it is very simple. As we all...

So, lung cancer sucks. Ok, you all knew that. But, it not only causes depression and even anger, it can totally destroy your self esteem. Growing up, I never had...

When I speak about lung cancer, especially to a group of people who may not know much about the subject, I sometimes compare the number of daily lung cancer deaths...

Check out Part 1 of Dusty's article Lung Cancer Screening Saves Lives Lung cancer screening is done by a low-dose CT scan (LDCT). Low-dose refers to the lower than normal...

Those of us who have been diagnosed with lung cancer know all too well this disease’s grim survival statistics. We now have a secret weapon that could significantly increase survival...

Cancer remission is often called “no evidence of disease” (NED). This means that scans and tests do not detect any cancer in the body. Reaching this point can bring a...

My diagnosis was 39 months ago.  I've had surgery, chemo (two cocktails), radiation, more chemo, and now immunotherapy.  As I sit each day, I think of the silliest things that...

In our recent Lung Cancer In America survey, the majority of respondents perceived their stress levels as high or very high. While the stress levels of those with no evidence...

Cancer in any form can be exhausting and overwhelming. In each state, there are hundreds of organizations available to help you navigate, make decisions, and help you understand what is happening...

The American Lung Association (ALA) has long sent staff and volunteers to Congressional offices to advocate for actions that improve lung health for all Americans. Last year this program became...

“Hospice” can be a scary word for patients and families, but in reality it is a wonderful service that offers so much in a time of need. One reason “hospice”...

We’ve previously defined and described the importance of self-care and have given examples of how you can practice it in your daily life. While some tasks are easier than others...

CT Scan: A series of X-rays that take detailed pictures inside your body.Anxiety: A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain...

Not all lung cancers are the same and they shouldn’t be treated that way. Not too long ago, lung cancer was considered one disease, and most patients who weren’t eligible...

After the long, confusing process of applying for Social Security disability benefits, it is understandably very frustrating to receive a denial. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) has no official...

A diagnosis of lung cancer can be extremely overwhelming. You may feel a wide range of emotions and wonder how your life will change. There will be many questions and...

When you're dealing with lung cancer, the focus is often on managing the cancer -- as it should be! However, other distractions can often come up and become stressful and...

March is National Nutrition Month, so this month we’re focusing on eating healthy and nutritiously. Fueling your body the right way can greatly affect the way you’re able to take...

I know what you’re thinking: “I would never go to a support group! Why would I want to sit around with a bunch of strangers talking about lung cancer and...

A new lung cancer diagnosis—or any serious disease, for that matter— brings with it a host of new challenges, in addition to the prognosis itself. There are medical terms to...