Beating the Heat - With a Hammer (Part 1)Growing up with hot and humid Midwestern summers, I loved the months between May and September. Sure, there were mosquitoes and my family eschewed air conditioning, but I was lucky... By Jeffrey Poehlmann3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Should You Take That Trip of a Lifetime?Everyone on a lung cancer journey should consider taking another—more pleasant—journey. Take a journey where you determine the destination. Remember the catchy jingle from the 1970s, “You deserve a break... By Dusty Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Using Twitter for Connection and Lung Cancer Information: A PrimerAre you looking for a website where you can find the latest news about lung cancer research and treatment? Would you like to be able to engage with some of... By Anita Figueras3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Flying On Chemo and Other Fun IdeasWe are extremely saddened to say that on October 21, 2018, Jeffrey Poehlmann passed away. Jeffrey’s advocacy efforts and writing continue to reach many. He will be deeply missed. My... By Jeffrey Poehlmann3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Creating a Medical DiaryIf you or a loved one has been diagnosed with lung cancer, then you are already aware of all the tests, doctor’s visits, therapy visits, etc. The amount of paperwork... By Jennifer M. Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lobectomy: My StoryThe first few days after a traditional thoracotomy lung removal can be scary, difficult and affect your mind, body, and spirit. I won't lie to you. For me, it was... By Jennifer M. Toth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
The Meaning of NormalWe are extremely saddened to say that on October 21, 2018, Jeffrey Poehlmann passed away. Jeffrey’s advocacy efforts and writing continue to reach many. He will be deeply missed. I... By Jeffrey Poehlmann4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Building a Support Network When You Are a Single Person with Lung Cancer: An Interview with Karen Loss (Part 2)Read Part 1 of Anita and Karen's discussion here. You are active online, notably with your “Trekking Through Cancerland” Facebook page. What role does advocacy play in your life? As... By Anita Figueras3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Growl...When You Have To!This is one of those days that I just have the feeling that I just want to scream. I don’t have those days often, but today is a zinger. I... By Jennifer M. Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Building a Support Network When You are a Single Person with Lung Cancer: An Interview with Karen LossIn a recent conversation with lung cancer patient and advocate Karen Loss, she remarked that there was little discussion on patient support groups about how single people face lung cancer... By Anita Figueras4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Eating Right During Lung Cancer TreatmentThere is a lot to consider when going through lung cancer treatment, and sometimes healthy eating can go by the wayside. However, eating healthy foods helps you stay stronger and... By American Lung Association2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Caring for the Caregiver: How to Support a Loved One with Lung CancerChronic lung diseases don’t just change the life of patients, but also that of friends and family. When someone is diagnosed with a disease like lung cancer, a loved one... By American Lung Association3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Days After First Chemotherapy - Reality and RealismsOf course, every patient is different and every medication is different, but below is my story of how the first few days went. The day of my first chemotherapy, I actually... By Jennifer M. Toth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Tools & Features on LungCancer.netYou may have noticed some changes around lungcancer.net. We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve added some new features and functionality to provide an even better experience for the most important... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What I've Learned on My Cancer JourneySo, what have I learned on my cancer journey, what I would like to see in the future, and what do patients need to know? 1. I have learned cancer... By Cyndi Price3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chemotherapy TipsChemotherapy is an often-essential cancer treatment, attacking cells that divide quickly and helping stop cancer's advance. But, what makes chemotherapy effective against cancer also can make it toxic to healthy cells, leading to side effects... By Jennifer M. Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Attending ASCO as a Patient AdvocateThose who are new to the world lung cancer, may not have heard much about the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)…yet. As someone who was nearly overwhelmed the first... By Dusty Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Seasons of CancerThis month officially kicks off summer—my favorite season! I immensely enjoy three seasons. I hate the fourth. But I make the most of each season—even the one I hate. I... By Dusty Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Survivor’s Opinion about Second OpinionsWhen you hear the words, “You have lung cancer,” it is difficult to impossible to focus on anything else. Nevertheless, it is imperative you understand your options -- without delay... By Dusty Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Air Travel with Lung CancerIf you have been diagnosed with lung cancer, you are still able to travel the airlines. If you are NOT on oxygen, it is very simple. As we all know... By Jennifer M. Toth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments