Embracing the Rollercoaster of Lung Cancer Survival...Being diagnosed with lung cancer is a life-altering experience, one that moves people to a whirlwind of emotions, uncertainties, and challenges. As a long-term survivor, often referred to as a...reactions2comments
Upon Entering Another Year...January is a month after all the holiday celebrations, gatherings, and vacations. But for me, this marks the start of my fifth year taking the same TKI for my type...reactions23comments
Care Specialists...How familiar are you with working with a pulmonologist versus your primary care doctor? Do you know the difference?...reactionsrepliesAwarenessTips & AdviceNewly Diagnosed
Reflecting on My Cancer Journey of 2023...As we said goodbye to 2023, I find myself reflecting on the incredible cancer journey last year. I feel the urge for cancer research advocacy because my life depends on...reactionscomments
Responding to cancer money organizations?...Has anyone applied for lawsuits advertisements? Any success?...reactions7repliesAwareness
Update on Dating With Lung Cancer...Everyone knows dating with cancer is hard, especially when you have children at home. I swear I've kissed enough frogs to be one myself. My daughter moved to college this...reactions1comment
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the impact of lung cancer?...To learn more about the challenges of living with lung cancer, we are conducting our In America survey. By taking our survey, you can bring awareness to the realities of...reactions2repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Can a person's lungs heal if they were a long time smoker?...And will they survive?...reactions6replies
Tactics to Persevere...It’s fair to say the courage and strength that is required to face lung cancer can be daunting. The way this cancer tends to spread or getting a late diagnosis...reactionscomments
The Financial Burden of Lung Cancer...I have recently moved and I've found that I can't even pay my medical bills with my whole Social Security check. Since moving here, I haven't been able to find any odd...reactionscomments
Speculated Lung Nodules...New to the group. So I was sick the week before Christmas (RSV) and ended up at urgent care and they did a chest x-ray for Pneumonia which was negative...reactions2replies
Feeling lost and scared...Nov 29th 2023 I went to doc for a swallow lymph node I got when I was sick off and on for 3 months. She tells me she's concerned the...reactions6repliesCopingDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
Scans After the Holidays...As the holiday season concludes, many of us find ourselves amidst the post-celebration calm, reflecting on the joys of family, relaxation, and the spirit of giving. In the wake of...reactionscomments
Another Year in the Books...As I sit down to reflect on this holiday season, it strikes me that this marks my 10th holiday season since my lung cancer diagnosis. A decade of celebrations, each...reactions2comments
Decompressing News...I know many people's stress sensors automatically go to 10 and negative news from a doctor visit doesn't help. Have you found tactics to help decompress the current situation? Raising...reactionsrepliesCopingDepressionTips & Advice
Lung Cancer and Your Mental Health...Being diagnosed with lung cancer puts a severe mental strain on us on top of other issues going on with us. I often wonder how I am getting through all...reactions3comments
The Healing Power of Music: Its Significant Role in the Cancer Journey...Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering experience, filled with emotional and physical challenges. During this difficult journey, music has become a powerful source of solace, inspiration, and emotional...reactionscomments
Positive Outlooks...Positive outlooks can be viewed in various ways. I can imagine being told you have lung cancer or some debilitating lung-related condition can open an awareness you may not have...reactionscomments
Low Intensity Exercises...Have you considered what and how does it look to incorporate safe routines with lung cancer? Of course, start with care and discuss your plans with your doctor as the...reactions2repliesAwarenessExerciseTips & Advice
My Bright Outlook From Diagnosis and Beyond...The first time I heard the words “You have lung cancer,” my life changed so quickly. All I could think of at that moment was how on earth I would...reactionscomments
