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Some patients find complementary therapies beneficial in addition to their lung cancer treatments. Find out more about common complementary practices.
Honor or remember a loved one by creating a LUNGevity Tribute Fund, a fundraising campaign established in honor of them that you and others can donate to.
Learn about events in your area and how you can start your own DIY fundraiser
Our legislative policy work focuses on improving access to care across the lung cancer continuum and increasing funding for lung cancer research.
Learn more about the specific research awards we're offering this year.
Finding lung cancer early on can make a difference. Learn about early detection and all the details you need to know about the screening process.
Not all lung cancers are the same. Comprehensive biomarker testing can identify specific genetic “drivers” in your cancer (called biomarkers) that cause cancer to grow and spread in different ways. This can help you identify the appropriate treatment plan for you.
Lung nodules are tissue growths that take a round or oval shape. They are fairly common, and most are non-cancerous.
The Transforming Clinical Trials Initiative aims to define and achieve ideal patient-centric and efficient clinical trials for the development of new tools and treatments for lung cancer.
Learn about LUNGevity’s survivorship conferences, which are designed to inform, connect, and empower anyone who has been affected by lung cancer.
Learn about what lung cancer staging is, when and how it is determined, and what each specific stage means for you.
LUNGevity’s Lung Cancer HELPLine offers toll-free, personalized support for patients and caregivers. Call 833-797-5800 Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Eastern time.
A gift of appreciated securities can be a meaningful contribution while also providing the donor a charitable income tax deduction.
Discover many ways to connect online with other people who have been affected by lung cancer.
Better understand and manage the side effects of conventional cancer therapies such as radiation and chemotherapy.
LUNGevity ensures that the lung cancer community is represented in policy by leveraging our research, collaborations, and patients’ voices.
Find out if your employer matches contributions you make to nonprofit organizations. You may be able to double the value of your gift.
Help guide your treatment conversations at every step with this series of questions for healthcare professionals.
Learn about pulmonary rehabilitation, a medically supervised program to help people with lung disease improve their overall physical, mental, and social functioning.
We fund translational research to move knowledge as quickly as possible from basic discovery to the treatment of patients.
Make friends and find encouragement through our Virtual Meetups for patients, survivors, caregivers, and friends and family members of people with lung cancer.
View and download checklists to help you prepare for doctor visits and traveling.
Explore additional resources to help you find information on many aspects of living with lung cancer, resources in your area, and specific kinds of assistance.
We are committed to supporting research that is patient-centered, drives lung cancer science forward, and generates future research funding.
Raise money your way and be part of the team that's transforming lung cancer.
Understand how the lungs work, how lung cancer develops, and how it can metastasize (spread to another part of the body).
Caregiving may be the most difficult job you ever take on, but one of the most valuable. Discover resources to assist you with this responsibility.
Finding someone who understands what you’re going through isn’t easy. Patients and caregivers can get matched with one-on-one mentors who can help you navigate through the emotions and logistics of life with lung cancer.
The LUNGevity Early Lung Cancer Center is guided by an external advisory board of world-renowned scientists, clinicians, policy makers, and thought leaders.
Learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of lung cancer and when it may be time to talk to your doctor.
Check out these 10 tips to help you through the caregiver process and download tip sheets on specific aspects of caregiving.
Are you or a loved one recently diagnosed and wondering what happens now? LUNGevity’s Right Track can guide the way to precision resources and treatment.
We thank the following sponsors and supporters for helping to make the Early Lung Cancer Center possible.
Not all lung cancers are the same. Learn about the two major histologic types, small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which have several subtypes.
As a caregiver, you are in the best position to help your loved one address the practical, logistical, and emotional concerns that go along with an often fast-moving disease. LUNGevity has gathered resources to help you navigate this process.
Patient Preferences and Needs projects focus on the unmet needs of survivors and care partners throughout the lung cancer journey.
Join thousands of advocates dedicated to improving the lives of people with lung cancer.
Discover what steps and tests are used in diagnosing lung cancer, including medical history, imaging tests, laboratory tests, biopsies, and biomarker tests.
Explore additional resources to help you in your role as a caregiver.
Shared Decision Making projects focus on understanding what the major information needs of lung cancer patients and care partners are.
Participate in research by joining a patient-focused research study or accessing new treatments through clinical trials.
Many types of doctors and other healthcare professionals may be a part of your comprehensive care team. Find out more about the roles and responsibilities of your medical team.
Organizations that offer helpful programs and services.
Barriers to Optimal Care studies focus on understanding patient- and physician-specific barriers to accessing optimal care.
From lung cancer research breakthroughs to interviews with leading scientists, stay up-to-date on research and the exciting progress we're making.
Find out more about treatment options for lung cancer by type and stage of the cancer.
Sharing your symptoms and complete medical history can help your doctor decide on next steps.
Eating a healthy diet can play an important role in lung cancer care. Ina®, a personal intelligent nutrition assistant, is available 24/7 for on-demand support.
Biomarker testing is essential for clinical care in NSCLC and must be part of standardized workflows.
Take an in-depth look at many risk factors associated with lung cancer including tobacco exposure, radon, air pollution, and more.
Imaging tests for lung cancer can include a chest X-ray, CT scan, MRI, PET scan, or bone scan.
We fund translational research in early detection and targeted treatment of lung cancer to improve patients' overall survival and quality of life.
LUNGevity has taken the lead in responding to disruptive federal policy changes.
Explore a robust glossary of terms and acronyms related to lung cancer.
Your doctor may order a complete blood count and/or a sputum cytology to get a better understanding of your health.
A lung cancer diagnosis can often bring financial barriers with it. Financial Treatment Program helps you manage your finances to give you peace of mind.
LUNGevity is the largest nonprofit funder of lung cancer research thanks to our generous sponsors, partners, and donors.
Get information about support with practical aspects of having cancer such as transportation to and from medical appointments, basic living needs and expenses, and employment and legal issues.
Learn the facts about lung cancer and download infographics to share this information with others.
Take a short quiz to see if you qualify for lung cancer screening.
Stay on top of all our Patient FoRCe projects and the findings from our research studies.
Communities can help offer much-needed emotional support for people with lung cancer. Discover how LUNGevity can connect you with others.
View and download materials about lung cancer, raising awareness in your community, and vital support services for survivors and their loved ones.
The results are in, and now what? Learn about the important steps you need to take after a follow-up screening.
Meeting recaps and policy opinions from the LUNGevity public policy and advocacy team.
MMATP Session 10
Presenter: Leah Backhus, MD, MPH, Stanford University
