The Power and Impact of The Patient PerspectiveI had the chance to sit at one of the annual Zoom meetings where an oncologist encouraged patients living with lung cancer to spread awareness and hope. He said patients... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
The Trials of the MisdiagnosedNovember was lung cancer awareness month. The month came and went with little fanfare, as it usually does. I had a few conversations on various platforms. One sentiment seemed to... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Beneficial Information About Lung CancerI recently had a conversation with a fellow survivor. They were upset about an article that was posted because it gave false hope. I read the article and didn’t find... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Attending Events and Advocating for Lung Cancer PatientsAs a person living with lung cancer and doing advocacy work, I really enjoy going to lung cancer events, conferences, and summits. It gives me a better understanding of lung... By Juanita Segura2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
You Never Get Immune to Losing Friends to Lung CancerAs a nearly 10-year lung cancer survivor, I've lost so many friends that I would have never even met had I not gotten sick. Each of them has left an... By Samantha Mixon4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
My Scan RoutineOften in my lung cancer groups on Facebook, members post about their scan routines and MRI day. They ask for prayers or to send good vibes. They also share their... By Juanita Segura2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Pets - Comfort, Distraction or A Little Bit of Both?Pets can provide company, comfort, and support. They may help in coping with the emotions that come up with having lung cancer. Animals can fill different roles. Each one has... By Juanita Segura3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Memories of My Lung Cancer FriendsI’ve shared my memorial of my passed lung cancer friends, Gina and Linnea in Part 1, who left us much too early. Now, I’ll tell you about Trish. Trish is... By Christine Qiong Wu3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Do I Eat, Now That I Have Lung Cancer?Diet and nutrition are essential topics to talk about after being diagnosed with lung cancer. How can we find a healthy balance between eating right and enjoying the food we... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
My Mom, She's Still Keeping Me FedLung cancer is hard. It is very important to have people in your corner to support you and help with various tasks. My people are my family: my twin, mom... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Holidays and My Family, AgainSince my father passed, the holidays haven't been the same. This will be my second Christmas without him. My sister is living in San Diego and can't visit. Therefore, Karley (my... By Samantha Mixon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Memory of My Lung Cancer Friends, Part 1One day as I was getting ready for Lung Cancer Awareness Month in October, I read something along the lines of "mourning about passing of lung cancer friends and feeling... By Christine Qiong Wu3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Finding My Feet While Traversing Along A Rocky PathOncologists fight cancer for a living; it is a clear journey that they choose to be on. However, patients living with lung cancer must face this journey - whether they... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
I Want To Grow My Family. But, Can I?When lung cancer enters your life, it disrupts things you would never think of. When I was diagnosed with lung cancer, I had just turned 30 a few months earlier... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Important RemindersWhen coping with an illness like lung cancer, the fewer reminders of what you're experiencing in real time, the better. I know it sounds easier said than done. “How can... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Jack of Most Trades: Appreciating My Unique PassionsI'm not sure what's been going on with me lately. I've wanted to help every person that's crossed my path. Of course, the strokes haven't helped since I still spread... By Samantha Mixon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Unpredictable Complications of SurgeryI had surgery related to my lung cancer done on August 31, 2022. I did not go into the surgery thinking it would be easy, but I did not anticipate... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Reflections on Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2022So, we all know that November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, but for me and the lung cancer community, it’s every day. Still, I do my part in November to... By Juanita Segura2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Choosing to Advocate for MyselfI am in awe for reaching this far living with lung cancer. Throughout my diagnosis and treatment, I choose to self-advocate for my health and well-being. There is a constant... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Making it to My Daughter's Senior Year with Lung CancerMy journey with lung cancer began before I knew about it. I was always tired but always tried to make everything fun for my little girl, Karley. In 2011 her... By Samantha Mixon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments