Community Member Spotlight: SamLungCancer.net is dedicated to highlighting the stories and experiences of community members living with lung cancer. Sam was diagnosed with stage 4 NSCLC in 2015 after being misdiagnosed with asthma... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2021Myth: Lung cancer has a poor prognosis. Fact: The prognosis, or forecast of the disease, is unique to every person with lung cancer. These numbers can be distressing, but statistics... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Lung Cancer and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Meet Kristina and TAG Time Happy HourKristina's husband, Jim, was diagnosed with lung cancer in August 2020. In this conversation with LungCancer.net, Kristina talks about how her family and community rallied around Jim following his diagnosis... By Editorial Team7 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
World Hospice & Palliative Care Day 2020: Voices from the CommunityEach year, World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is observed in October. This year, October 10 will mark the day to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mental Health Month 2020: Not Just In Your HeadFor a long time, it was said that mental health happens in the mind and the body is just along for the ride. People who've experienced stress, anxiety, depression, or... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2019 - What We WishNovember marks the beginning of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, but increasing awareness about lung cancer is important every month. There are many things we wish for - decreased stigma, proportional... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mental Health Month 2019Each May, we take time to remind ourselves to care for our mental health. This year, the idea of physical vs. mental health is on our minds. Mental Health Month... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Lung Cancer's Impact on RelationshipsPatient or caregiver, actively in treatment or not, a lung cancer diagnosis and journey can be difficult and can impact relationships in a variety of ways. From deciding whether and... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's Your Diagnosis Story?For many, hearing the word "cancer" is such a shock that it can take a bit of time to digest the information given, and it can be hard to know... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Managing Lung Cancer Over the HolidaysIt's the holiday season, and we're taking time to think about what that means for those with lung cancer. Whether undergoing treatment or not, from spending time with friends and... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
November is Lung Cancer Awareness MonthThis November, we want to raise awareness about lung cancer by focusing on the experiences of the lung cancer community and the many ways members of the community may advocates... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Invisible Symptoms and Challenges of Lung CancerWhile some side effects and symptoms of lung cancer, like hair loss and skin rashes, are outwardly visible, there's so much more that lies beneath the surface. Chemo brain, fatigue... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Cancer and PainThere are many types of pain associated with lung cancer, from pain as a sign or symptom of lung cancer, to pain as a treatment side effect, to the emotional... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips, Tools, and Technologies for Lung CancerLung cancer is not easy. Receiving a lung cancer diagnosis, navigating treatment, and living with lung cancer can be incredibly stressful, difficult, and overwhelming. You may feel confused, alone, or... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight: TravelLung cancer is stressful, and managing lung cancer symptoms can be difficult. Traveling with lung cancer can be a great can add a whole new set of challenges for some... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight: Changing SeasonsChanges in seasons and weather can impact lung cancer symptoms; symptoms like couching, shortness of breath, wheezing, and fatigue, may feel worse in the heat or cold. As summer rolls... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight: CopingCoping with a lung cancer diagnosis or life with lung cancer as a patient or caregiver can be incredibly difficult. Many experience emotional as well as physical challenges. Last month... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spotlight: Self-CareCoping with a lung cancer diagnosis or life with lung cancer as a patient or caregiver can be incredibly difficult. It can be hard sometimes to get through a single... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments