Living with Lung Cancer Blogs

It ’s a strange feeling, becoming THE mom in the “I know a young mom with two kids who got lung cancer at 37 years old” type of stories. It ’s an urban legend, but it’s also my

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

Some lung cancer treatments can result in side effects that are emotionally difficult to manage, such as hair loss. It is completely normal to feel upset about losing your hair. A

We’ve all heard the phrase “food is medicine,” but what does that really mean? In honor of National Nutrition Month this March, we are here to highlight why nutrition is a critical

It’s shocking how many people with lung cancer go through the same struggles I did to get diagnosed. Whether you have symptoms or not, it can take a long time to arrive at a lung

Some people will say that you could die any day, and being diagnosed with a terminal disease like lung cancer doesn’t change that fact. However, people don’t get in their car

When did you initially find LUNGevity? I joined LUNGevity in May 2015, after the demise of an online support community called RedToenail.org, a general cancer forum started by a

Self-care, which can be defined as actions or activities a person takes to reach their optimal physical and mental well-being, is important for those affected by lung cancer

A lung cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Support from family and friends becomes a crucial part of navigating the disease. Equally as important to many is support and