Fundraiser Spotlight: Kristina Burke
“Couples who have cancer together, stay together,” says Kristina Burke, a breast cancer survivor who is also primary caregiver to her husband Jim, who has stage IV EGFR lung cancer
“Couples who have cancer together, stay together,” says Kristina Burke, a breast cancer survivor who is also primary caregiver to her husband Jim, who has stage IV EGFR lung cancer
In 2015, we received the most shocking news of our lives: our vibrant mother - a deacon’s wife, piano player at church, 30-year state employee, tireless caretaker and laundry
Caregiving and the word burden are often put together, however, this is an unfortunate coupling of words. Cancer is a burdensome disease, the healthcare system is complex and
Having a parent with lung cancer presents unique challenges for young adults who are in a critical stage of development – determining life plans, finishing education, establishing
My daughter Jillian was first diagnosed with lung cancer when she was 28 years old. She thought it was just a swollen lymph node – a residual from a cold. Her lung cancer diagnosis
Joy Long is committed to the fight against lung cancer and caring for her family. She is married to her husband of 11 years, Randy, and they have two sons, ages 7 and 9. Randy was
Danielle (she/her) is an attorney, theatre artist, cancer patient advocate, and healthcare social media nerd. Most importantly, she is the primary caregiver for her parents
Christen Gjeldum has participated and helped to raise thousands of dollars the past three years at the LUNGevity's Breathe Deep Columbia walk. She does this for her hero, her dad
1. Unplug In times of social distancing, our online usage may be taking an uptick. It’s important to ask yourself: are you spending that extra time online nourishing yourselves
Steffanie is a lifelong Washingtonian (the State) who lives outside a small, rural town. She is married with 2 furry, 4 legged kids. While not attending concerts with her mom
According to the Caregivers Clinic at Sloan Kettering, “An overarching theme among caregivers is how to juggle the responsibility to take care of a loved one and themselves and not
“Gina is currently serving as the President to ALK Positive, a 1,500 member support and advocacy group that is helping extend the lives and quality of care for people living with