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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...

Though the statistics vary somewhat from state to state, nationwide about 65% of all disability claims are denied on the first application. Luckily, receiving a denial does not mean that...

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...

Radon is a deadly radioactive gas that causes lung cancer. It is odorless, colorless and invisible. Just because we cannot see or smell radon does not mean it is harmless...

A diagnosis of lung cancer can make you feel like your world has been turned upside down. It can impact all aspects of day-to-day life. Fatigue, pain, and shortness of...

Mesothelioma and lung cancer, while both cancerous, have very distinct differences. You may have heard your doctor talk about mesothelioma during the diagnosis process for lung cancer, or about potential...

In my job as an oncology social worker I have the privilege of being part of a palliative care team, but find that many people do not really know what...

When you live with a chronic illness or disability, it can sometimes be difficult to function in the workplace. However, many workers who are struggling may be reluctant to speak...

Research is the key that unlocks new treatments for lung cancer patients. Prior to my own lung cancer diagnosis, I did not give much thought to cancer research. If I...