FeaturedBeating lung cancer...To make a long story short, I was diagnosed with stage 4 in December 2021. The cancer metastasized to digestive organs and especially my esophagus. The tumor was encroaching on...reactions50replies
A Patient's Perspective: When a Parent Is Diagnosed with Lung Cancer...Nothing prepared me for the hard that was hearing that my father also has stage IV lung cancer. Walking a cancer journey is pretty rough, but I think having to...reactions3comments
My Husband an Advocate, Too...My husband is also an amazing lung cancer advocate. Although not as much as I advocate, he is out there advocating. Not only does he advocate for me, but for...reactionscomments
What are some tips for managing the holidays with lung cancer?...How are you coping so far this holiday season? Do you find yourself feeling happy, stressed, disappointed? Do you find it difficult to celebrate while facing a lung cancer diagnosis?...reactions2replies
The Heartbreak of Fertility for a Young Lung Cancer Patient...When I was diagnosed with lung cancer at 28 years old, my world changed in ways I could never have imagined. I felt strong and determined that, despite the odds...reactionscomments
Happiness and Lung Cancer...What are some ways that you have found happiness in your lung cancer journey?...reactions11replies
Finding Happiness With Lung Cancer...Living with lung cancer has been a deeply challenging experience, one filled with fear, uncertainty, and frustration. Despite some being in remission now or stable, the emotional toll lingers. The...reactionscomments
Lung Cancer Caregiver Checklist...Sometimes, as someone looking at lung cancer from the outside, you may feel you don't know where to fit in when assisting your loved one in their time of need...reactionscomments
Hanging in there...“Hanging In There” Lung Cancer level 4 A…. It has now been over 5 years I was diagnosed . 2.5+ that I have been cancer free…. Why am I sharing...reactions1replyDepressionDiagnosisCoping
Need help to stop smoking ...Just learned I have stage 4 .going to start chemo. You would think that me having cancer would be enough to quit smoking. I'm really trying! Do...reactions9repliesNewly DiagnosedDepressionLate Stage
Remembering Alisa Brenes...We are heartbroken to share that our dear Health Leader Alisa Brenes passed away on November 7, 2024, at the age of 69. Alisa was diagnosed with lung cancer in...reactionscomments
Supporting Lung Warriors...When we learn of a loved one who has been diagnosed with lung cancer, we often don't know what to say, how to respond, what questions are appropriate, if any...reactions2comments
Scananxiety...I get involved in projects which I enjoy to keep my mind focused on other things than on the impending scan. Additionally, I prioritize meditation, even if it was just...reactions2repliesCoping
scans...I try to think all is well until I'm told it's not and then deal with the options at that time. I was so incredibly scared when I was first...reactions2repliesScans & Scanxiety
Try not to think about it...It is hard, but the more I think of it, the worse I get...reactions4repliesMental HealthAwarenessDepression
Feeling Hopeless...Back in November of 2014, when I was diagnosed with stage IIIB non-small cell lung cancer, I felt like there was no hope. I didn’t know much about lung cancer...reactionscomments
A Challenge Like No Other...It may be fair to say when diagnosed with lung cancer, and as a smoker or former smoker, it may be expected to have some tall tale signs of future...reactions3comments
Managing scan anxiety...I walk, get out in nature. I remind myself if there is progression my oncologist has a plan. If there is progression it’s been there before the days scan. Remind...reactions1replyCoping
Scanxiety...I do deep breathing and visualization when I receive scans and MRIs. I am a beautiful horse, free and running in a beautiful valley, surrounded by mountains, waterfall, and hardwood...reactions1replyScans & Scanxiety
Understanding the Significance of Cancer Ribbon Colors and Supporting Awareness Efforts...Cancer ribbons are a powerful symbol of support and awareness for individuals affected by various types of cancer. Each color represents a different type of cancer, and understanding these colors...reactions3repliesAwarenessAdvocacy
