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HOPE Summit 2025 was filled with messages of hope, meeting new and hugging old friends, and of course the inspirational and informative sessions that help people live well with lung cancer.
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Hot Topic Highlights: 2025 Small Cell Lung Cancer Meeting
Read time: 6 minutes. April turned out to be an exciting month for lung cancer science. First, we attended the 2025 Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Hot Topic Meeting held in New York... -
Small Cell SMASHERS Fireside Chat: Dr. Carl Gay
On April 25, special guest Carl Gay, MD, PhD, MD Anderson Cancer Center, joined us to discuss the role of subtyping and translational research in small cell lung cancer (SCLC)... -
Integrative Oncology and Lung Cancer: Adding Complementary Therapy
What Is Integrative Oncology? Integrative oncology is the use of complementary therapies alongside conventional lung cancer treatments like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, surgery... -
Small Cell SMASHERS Fireside Chat: Dr. Christopher Kniese
On Friday, March 14, Christopher Kniese, MD, of IU Health, discussed the role of pulmonologists in SCLC, why the right diagnosis is key, logistics and importance of a bronchoscopy... -
Staying Safe From Smoke, Pollution, and Dangerous Air Quality
On the West Coast, wildfires are taking human lives and destroying homes. On the East Coast, the devastating results of Hurricane Helene are leading to illegal open burning of... -
Mark your Calendar! Small Cell SMASHERS Fireside Chat
Join us for a Facebook Live on Friday, May 23, with special guest Nagla Karim, MD, from the Inova Schar Cancer Institute. Dr. Karim will discuss the application of subtyping and... -
Have You Heard About Cancer Cachexia?
Cachexia is a complex condition that causes severe muscle and weight loss, physical inactivity, and metabolic disruptions such as fatigue, nausea, and loss of concentration. It's... -
Laughs for Lungs: Rasheed Marshall Combines Comedy With Cancer
Rasheed Marshall understands the secondhand effects of cancer well. First his mom, Joycelyn, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1995. It came back in 2015 and eventually... -
SCLC Virtual Meetup
SCLC patients/survivors - Join us the 3rd Wednesday of every month to c onnect with others who share common experiences and build your community. Register in advance for this...
Have You Heard About Cancer Cachexia?
Have You Heard About Cancer Cachexia?
Cachexia is a complex condition that causes severe muscle and weight loss, physical inactivity, and metabolic disruptions such as fatigue, nausea, and loss of concentration. It's estimated that 50% of individuals with lung cancer experience cachexia at some point.Learn more about cachexia and how to recognize the symptoms.
Conversations that Count: Understanding the Complexities of Race and Health
Conversations that Count: Understanding the Complexities of Race and Health
The LUNGevity Conversations that Count speaker series offers an opportunity to stay informed, engage in critical discussions, and learn from top experts revolutionizing lung cancer care for underserved populations. The series is intended for healthcare professionals, community health equity champions, and anyone interested in equitable access to healthcare. In January, we welcomed Matthew McCurdy, MPH, co-founder and executive director of BLKHLTH, to speak on the complexities of race and…
Our Dream Was to Start a Family, but Lung Cancer Changed Everything
Our Dream Was to Start a Family, but Lung Cancer Changed Everything
Read time: 6 minutes. After a few unimpressive encounters I experienced in real life, I tentatively returned to the Match dating app. That’s where I stumbled upon a very sweet, kind-hearted, nerdy, and compassionate man. Then I met Nate (Ha! Just joking). It was Nate. We bonded so quickly during which we identified our life goals. One goal was to have a family. Yes, we did the whole “let’s get ready” experience. We invested in a new SUV. We were eyeing new housing…
The 5 Most Popular Lung Cancer Blogs From 2024
The 5 Most Popular Lung Cancer Blogs From 2024
Read time: 3 minutes. Throughout 2024 we published blogs sharing scientific meeting recaps, educational content, personal stories, treatment news, and so much more. Below are the most popular articles we published in 2024. If you’re looking for survivor features and personal stories, you can see all the lung cancer survivors we highlighted in 2024 right here. 2024 ASCO: Highlights of Lung Cancer Research In June, we recapped the annual American Society of…
Breathe Easy: Navigating Stress Through the Holiday Season
Breathe Easy: Navigating Stress Through the Holiday Season
Our meetup on Wednesday, December 17, featured guest speaker Daniel Huvard, LCSW, of MD Anderson Cancer Center, who provided tips on managing stress during the holiday season while living with lung cancer. In case you missed the meetup, below is a short video Daniel recorded covering practical coping strategies to help you care for your well-being during this time.
Eating Healthy on the Mediterranean Diet
Eating Healthy on the Mediterranean Diet
Read time: 3 minutes. Oncology dietitian Lori Bumbaco takes us on a culinary journey, exploring why experts consistently rank the Mediterranean diet as the number one choice for healthy eating. In addition to the studied health benefits, Lori highlights the unique foods and flavors that make this diet special and provides simple, practical tips on how to incorporate them into your daily meals. In the video below, Lori offers a firsthand look at how easy and enjoyable it can be…
Advice and Insights from Author and Two-Time Cancer Survivor Kathy Giusti
Advice and Insights from Author and Two-Time Cancer Survivor Kathy Giusti
Kathy Giusti joined LUNGevity for a special conversation about her life as a cancer patient, caregiver, and the founder and former CEO of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Her involvement with the medical system from these different perspectives inspired her to write her recent book, Fatal to Fearless: 12 Steps to Beating Cancer in a Broken Medical System. You can watch the full 40-minute conversation with Kathy or use the timestamps below to learn more about the topics and advice…
Caregivers: Planning the Self-Care Journey
Caregivers: Planning the Self-Care Journey
This webinar explains the phases of the caregiving cycle and offers tips and strategies for meeting the challenges of each phase. The discussion features Michelle Bolden, founder and chief education officer for Call For Caring Inc., a nonprofit organization educating and uplifting family caregivers in Atlanta. Michelle also hosts two podcasts -- "Call For Caring on Purpose" and "The Empowerment Hour." The webinar was recorded on March 7, 2024, as a Facebook Live event. It is hosted…
Helpful Apps for People Living with Cancer
Helpful Apps for People Living with Cancer
As mobile apps become more ingrained in our lives, it’s natural to look for ones that can help manage a cancer diagnosis. As for which app to choose, it really comes down to what you’re looking for, what you’re comfortable with, and what fits your needs. This list of helpful apps for people living with cancer includes ones that range from very basic, essentially a mobile pen and piece of paper, to all-in-one solutions that make medication tracking, document management, and…
Finding (Mental) Peace this Holiday Season
Finding (Mental) Peace this Holiday Season
The holidays are stressful enough without having to deal with lung cancer. LUNGevity is here to help.This discussion of the mental health challenges we face in the lung cancer community includes strategies for coping with a lung cancer diagnosis, stigma, and holiday anxiety. With the daylight getting shorter, we also discuss tips to address seasonal affective disorder. The free support programs and services available through LUNGevity for patients and caregivers are highlighted.This webinar…
Be Part of the Largest Lung Cancer Event in the Nation
Be Part of the Largest Lung Cancer Event in the Nation
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, when the lung cancer community gathers to raise awareness for this disease and stand together – unified and strong. You can get involved in raising awareness about lung cancer by joining LUNGevity on Saturday, November 4, 2023, for our nationwide walk, Breathe Deep TOGETHER. Thousands of people from across the country, coming together in a singular event, is a powerful way to make our voices heard and increase the visibility of lung cancer.Together…
Transportation to Treatment
Transportation to Treatment
At some point, transportation to appointments becomes a challenge for everyone. Whether it be the cost, time commitment, or finding reliable transportation, we share some tips for overcoming or avoiding these issues when they arise.
What the End of the COVID Public Health Emergency Means for You
What the End of the COVID Public Health Emergency Means for You
It’s been more than 3 years since the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) first declared a nationwide Public Health Emergency (PHE) due to COVID-19. Since then, periodic renewals of the PHE have increased the flexibility of healthcare delivery. The PHE is set to end on May 11, 2023. A separate National Emergency that was enacted due to COVID-19 ended on April 10. Of the two, the end of the PHE will be more consequential for day-to-day healthcare delivery. This blog is a look…
10 Reasons to Attend LUNGevity’s HOPE Summit
10 Reasons to Attend LUNGevity’s HOPE Summit
HOPE Summit is a weekend conference unlike any other! The Summit brings hundreds of people affected by lung cancer together to build their community, give and get support, and learn how to live well with lung cancer.As returning participant Tom puts it, “Imagine a world where you can look around and see hundreds of people thriving with lung cancer. Imagination is not necessary! Join us at the LUNGevity Summit on May 5th and celebrate life!” The conference takes place Friday, May 5 – Sunday…
Tackling the Biggest Challenges in Cancer
Tackling the Biggest Challenges in Cancer
Cancer Grand Challenges is a partnership between Cancer Research UK (CRUK) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI), which funds global teams of leading researchers across various scientific disciplines to tackle some of the toughest challenges in cancer research. As Dinah Singer, Acting Director of NCI’s Center for Strategic Scientific Initiatives says, “Cancer research is a global endeavor.” As LUNGevity’s Vice President of Global Engagement and Patient Partnerships, I recently attended…
Fuel for the Future: Good Nutrition for the Lung Cancer Community
Fuel for the Future: Good Nutrition for the Lung Cancer Community
Learn valuable information about good nutrition that can help you live well through lung cancer treatment and beyond.
Gain insight and tips from Oncology Dietitian Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, as she shares her expertise in an interactive presentation and answers nutrition questions from the community. Then watch a live cooking demo, where Lori prepares a healthy meal and snack and shares recipe ideas and cooking tips. You’ll also hear about additional support programs and resources for the…
Emotional Care for the Whole Family
Emotional Care for the Whole Family
A diagnosis of cancer has an impact on the entire family. Emotional support from family and friends can make a significant difference to the experience of survivorship, but knowing when, how, and in what way to offer support can be a challenge to figure out.
You may feel awkward and unsure about what to say. The moods and needs of the survivor and primary caregivers may change from moment to moment, making it hard to know when to step in. You may be balancing respecting their privacy…
The Healing Power of Stress, with Mike Verano
The Healing Power of Stress, with Mike Verano
Mike Verano is a cancer survivor, author, and counselor with over 28 years of experience in the mental health field. Mike joins LUNGevity's Angela James to share concepts from his latest book, The Healing Power of Stress, as they relate to the caregiving experience, including a discussion on a concept he calls "posttraumatic caregiving." You can purchase Mike's book and find his other titles on Amazon.
For Caregivers: How to Support Your Loved One at Appointments
For Caregivers: How to Support Your Loved One at Appointments
Doctors' appointments are critical junctures in your loved one's lung cancer journey. They are a time to gather information and ask questions. We have created a list of tips for caregivers so that you feel prepared for your loved one's appointments, especially if you are new to the role.
Ask your loved one how they would like you to support them. It is important to honor your loved one's autonomy, and establishing what they want and need from you is key. Your role may start…
Thriving with Cancer, with Dann Wonser
Thriving with Cancer, with Dann Wonser
Dann Wonser, a 16-year lung cancer survivor and author of the book Second Wind – Thriving with Cancer, joins LUNGevity's Angela James to share learnings from his cancer journey and the tactics he's used to not only survive but thrive with lung cancer. Visit Dann's website to read his blog or purchase your own copy of Second Wind - Thriving with Cancer at www.dannwonser.com.
Healing is an Art, with Genevieve De Renne
Healing is an Art, with Genevieve De Renne
Genevieve De Renne is a caregiver and artist whose artwork has been featured on the cover of three recent issues of the Journal of Oncology Navigation & Survivorship. Genevieve joins LUNGevity's Angela James to share insights from her experience as a caregiver, especially how her art has helped her maintain purpose and power during her husband's lung cancer journey. You can view Genevieve’s cover art on the October, November, and December 2022 covers at www.jons-online.com/art-gallery.
Processing Grief, with Lois Hall
Processing Grief, with Lois Hall
Lois Hall is a practitioner and trainer in the Grief Recovery Method, an evidence-based program that helps individuals heal and process the emotional pain associated with grief. Lois joins LUNGevity's Angela James to discuss how all people are grievers and that hope for healing exists for us all. You can learn more about Lois at www.griefrecoverymethod.com/grms/lois-hall and access a free Grief Recovery Handbook at offers.griefrecoverymethod.com/two-step-order1614201563532.
One Patient's SCLC Journey
One Patient's SCLC Journey
Learn about small cell lung cancer through the eyes of a patient and his oncologist. Dr. Christine Lovly, internationally recognized medical oncologist, and Jeff Lackey, an SCLC survivor, discuss their journey, the importance of lung cancer screening, and key considerations when someone is newly diagnosed.
This session is moderated by Amy Moore, PhD, LUNGevity's Vice President of Global Engagement and Patient Partnerships. Christine M. Lovly, MD, PhD, is Associate Professor of Medicine…
Shared Decision-Making, Self-Advocacy, and Dealing with Financial Toxicity
Shared Decision-Making, Self-Advocacy, and Dealing with Financial Toxicity
Cardinale Smith, MD, PhD, oncologist and associate professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai, explains how shared decision-making with one's healthcare team can create a treatment plan that aligns with the patient's goals.
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
The Benefits of Palliative Care for People Living with Lung Cancer
The Benefits of Palliative Care for People Living with Lung Cancer
Palliative care is supportive care that anticipates, prevents, and treats the symptoms and side effects of the disease and its treatment. It is intended to improve one's quality of life and can be addressed at any stage from diagnosis forward.
This webinar features Estelamari Rodriguez, MD, MPH, thoracic oncologist at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami. This activity is supported by an educational grant from Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Raise Your Voice: Speaking Up About Living With Lung Cancer
Raise Your Voice: Speaking Up About Living With Lung Cancer
An online panel discussion offers real-world suggestions and examples for ways to get the care and support you need. The discussion features Angela James, LUNGevity care navigator; Lavern McDonald, a teacher living with lung cancer; and Patricia Simmers, a nurse navigator. The panelists share their personal stories, challenges, and lessons learned through their journeys with lung cancer. This panel discussion was hosted by LUNGevity in collaboration with Novartis.
Celebrate Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Celebrate Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Every fall, the lung cancer community gathers to raise awareness for this disease and stand together – unified and strong.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – a time to come together to celebrate the strength of the lung cancer community.
A great way to get involved in raising awareness about lung cancer is by joining us on Saturday, November 5 for our nationwide walk - Breathe Deep TOGETHER presented by Amgen. Thousands of people from across the country, coming together in a…
Get the Answers You Need
Get the Answers You Need
Whether you are newly diagnosed or a long-term survivor, LUNGevity offers lung cancer support and survivorship services to address your unique needs. LUNGevity's services are designed to help you feel supported, informed, and empowered to be an active decision-maker in your treatment process and live well with the disease.
LUNGevity's survivorship services are free and feature programs for survivors, caregivers, and family members. Read on to learn about our offerings and how you…
Caregiver Starter Kit: 5 Resources
Caregiver Starter Kit: 5 Resources
Navigating a lung cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming not only to the patient but to their caregiver as well. It’s normal to feel lost or confused and not know where to start or what resources to ask for. Because a cancer diagnosis is a family diagnosis, LUNGevity wants caregivers to know they don’t have to go through it alone. There are resources available to help caregivers take care of their loved ones as well as themselves. Here are 5 important caregiver resources to help with your loved…
World Lung Cancer Day and the Changing Landscape of Lung Cancer
World Lung Cancer Day and the Changing Landscape of Lung Cancer
For decades, lung cancer was synonymous with low survival rates, limited treatment options, and poor quality of life for those living with the disease. Each year, more than 236,000 people in the US are diagnosed with lung cancer. The high incidence of lung cancer means scientific research into new therapies is critical, both for current survivors and those who will be diagnosed in the future. Thankfully, the landscape of lung cancer is changing for the better. Due to progress in research and…