I Was 46 Years OldWhen I was diagnosed with lung cancer, I was young - only 46 years old. The day I was diagnosed, I kept...reactions1comment
Sometimes, I Forget That I'm SickI was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2014. I was on the younger end of the spectrum compared to the average age...reactions7comments
My 9-Year CancerversaryThis past December, I celebrated my 9-year cancerversary. While I am obviously thrilled to have lived way longer than I expected when...reactions8comments
Using Artificial Intelligence in Lung Cancer ScreeningLung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. This is partly because lung cancer is often found in later stages...reactions2comments
Remembering Julie SwedbergWe are incredibly saddened to share that Patient Leader Julie Swedberg passed away on April 1, 2023. Julie was diagnosed with stage...reactionscomments
Decision on TreatmentsI’ve been asked by newly diagnosed lung cancer patients how did I decide on my treatments. This is a good question because...reactionscomments
Transitioning DoctorsWhen we discuss our experiences with doctors, the conversation can go through a level of peaks - it's something. Some have had...reactionscomments
What Will Come After My First TKI?Living with lung cancer has changed my perspective on life. I have been interested in clinical studies as well as the different lung...reactionscomments
Childhood to Adulthood: It's TimeMy sweet daughter turned 18 not long ago. I feel like I only blinked. Honestly, I was always so worried about lung cancer...reactions3comments
Bacterial Engineering - A New Approach to Lung Cancer Therapy?Bacteria play an important role in a person's immune system. Today, scientists are looking at ways to use bacteria to treat cancer...reactions1comment
My Cancer Journey Through The Beatles Song TitlesThe Beatles were a popular rock band formed in the 1960s. Their songs have lived on until now. My children and my...reactions1comment
Cancer Treatment: Immunotherapy Versus ChemotherapyMore people may know of chemotherapy or "chemo" as a cancer treatment. But immunotherapy as a cancer treatment is gaining traction, and...reactionscomments
My Journey to the Hope SummitI have to share with you my first Hope Summit experience. It was amazing! But before I get into it, I must...reactions10comments
Patient Advocates Should Get More Involved and Engageed in Cancer Research!I was invited to talk to graduate students in the Department of Medical Physics at the University of Toronto, Canada. These students...reactions1comment
Working Out and Lung CancerBefore my lung cancer diagnosis, I was working out, fit, healthy, and felt like a million bucks. I never thought that at...reactionscomments
Touching Hearts Before, During and After my Dr. Phil AppearanceAfter a couple of days of doing some sightseeing and resting, the big day arrived! Oh my goodness, I was super excited...reactionscomments
How I Share My StoryA lung cancer diagnosis is often unexpected. To be blunt, it's frightening. When I was diagnosed with lung cancer, my sister called...reactions1comment
My Goals!I’ve been asked what my goals are in living with lung cancer and what I want to see in the future. Well...reactions4comments
Let's Re-Think How to Talk to Lung Cancer PatientsI read many articles about how to talk to lung cancer patients. After 7.5 years of having lung cancer, I thought I...reactions6comments
Side By Side With The Power of GratitudeOnce again, I am reminded to have the right attitude for another year. Being grateful keeps my eyes away from what I...reactionscomments
