Describing The Worst Days With Chronic PainIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of LungCancer.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Guided MeditationMeditation has been shown to have multiple benefits on a person’s health, both physical and emotional. Regular meditation can help relieve pain, increase positive emotions, and improve memory and concentration... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Breathing ExerciseFocusing on the breath is a technique used to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety. There are many forms of breathing exercises. In this video, renowned naturopath... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Planning the Future You WantMaking healthcare decisions for the last stage of our lives can be a difficult task that may be made easier by simply talking about our wishes. For some, these conversations... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Living with Cancer-Related FatigueNo matter the type of cancer, there are some common experiences when it comes to treatment side effects. Across our oncology communities, fatigue is one of the most common side... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Challenges of SurvivorshipEven when the scans look optimistic, those fears of recurrence or worries about progression can persist. Survivorship can take on many forms, and regardless of where you are with your... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Acts that Matter"Please let me know if you need anything." A phrase sometimes heard frequently after telling family, friends, even acquaintances about your lung cancer. Often the best way to offer support... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why I Support Lung Cancer Research and Donation Announcement!A big part of Lung Cancer Awareness Month is spreading awareness about the importance of lung cancer research. Developing new treatments and taking those positive steps forward in improving survival... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advice to Your Newly Diagnosed SelfIt can be challenging to know where to begin after being told that you or a loved one has lung cancer. We sat down with some of our advocates as... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Link between Physical Health and Mental HealthPhysical health and mental health are inextricably linked. People living with lung cancer not only have to manage their physical symptoms, but also cope with the negative impact their physical... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let's Talk About Mental HealthMental health and physical health are often linked, with one impacting the other. Mental health, in particular, can be difficult to talk about with others, leaving people isolated and without... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cancer as a Chronic ConditionLeeAnn Robinson is a radiotherapist who works with cancer patients. She was diagnosed in 2015 with stage IV lung cancer and has undergone targeted treatment for the ALK mutation. Her... By Jeffrey Poehlmann1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The First Thing I Learned...Most people experience a wide range of emotions after a lung cancer diagnosis. Many try and learn as much as they can about the disease and their treatment options in... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Video: Radon and Lung CancerRadon 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... By Dusty Donaldson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments