Caregivers of Lung Cancer…DecisionsThe experience varies, but in most cases, the flow of events are usually similar, and that is FAST! I grew up real quick with my mom’s lung cancer, and though...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Likely Vs Unlikely Vs Reality: Side-Effects in Clinical TrialsParticipating in a clinical trial, I was gifted with a printout of what I might expect during the process. Included in this stack of papers were a few lists and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rise to the Challenge. And Carry On.It was just about a year ago when I got news that turned my world upside down...again. I had been in a clinical trial for right at four years. During...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Here Are Some Lung Cancer Great ReadsThere are many books on lung cancer available, but I've found that patients and caregivers can often gain help, hope, and insights by reading stories of how other patients deal...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Six Years and CountingThis time of the year is always a little bittersweet for me. My cancer was first discovered in late October of 2012 when a very astute primary care physician (PCP)...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Holiday MadnessWell, it's that time of year again, for joy, presents, family, and QUESTIONS. To me, it doesn't matter if you are a caregiver or patient; expect the questions. They will...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Survey: Public Clueless about Lung Cancer -- Part 3The Lung Cancer Action Network commissioned a national online survey of 2,026 adults and asked a series of questions to gauge their knowledge about lung cancer. The survey was completed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Survey: Public Clueless About Lung Cancer -- Part 2The Lung Cancer Action Network commissioned a national online survey of 2,026 adults and asked a series of questions to gauge their knowledge about lung cancer. The survey was completed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Survey: Public Clueless About Lung CancerOne of the reasons I became a lung cancer advocate, rather than simply a survivor, is that I recognized the utter lack of awareness about this disease and the urgent...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cancer May Steal my Health; It Won't Steal my JoyWhen you can't control what's happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what's happening. That's where your power is. Have you seen this meme floating around on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Mr. Grinch, It's a Wonderful LifeI'm so not Mr. Grinch. This is my favorite holiday of the year. I feel as if it's magical. Even after I quit believing in Santa Claus, it will always...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why the Holidays can be HardEvery year around this time, I find myself confused about my emotions. Sometimes I feel happiness and excitement about the holiday season; other times I feel lingering sadness or even...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Cancersplaining 101If I had any moments of doubt about why I got cancer or what I should do to get rid of it, those answers should have been cleared up for...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Hanging In ThereIt is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Lisa Moran on June 6, 2023. As a cherished member of LungCancer.net and a source of inspiration...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
What is ESMO and Why Did I Attend?Along with my fellow lung cancer patient advocate Jill Feldman, I had the good fortune to attend ESMO in Munich, Germany in October. What is ESMO? ESMO stands for the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Listening in on what a Member of Congress Says about CancerHave you heard of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)? Every September, they present a Cancer Progress Report to Congress. I just spent some time on their Web site...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is There A Pickle On Your Tree?It is Christmas time. Is there a pickle on your tree? No, really -- I mean it, do you have a pickle on your tree? If not, you must get one. Not...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Together, We Can Do More – All Over the WorldWhen I first got involved in lung cancer advocacy 18 years ago, it was in its infancy, especially compared to other cancers. We still have a long way to go...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Glossary of Terms for Advanced Care PlanningPerhaps you are thinking about situations where you may not be able to make decisions about your own health care. This may be because you have a chronic illness that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Making New FriendsSince my diagnosis 7 years ago, I have become very active in the lung cancer community. It started small by volunteering with a local organization, but then I went all...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments