Ask the Experts: Lung Cancer Stigma
Question: When I tell people I have lung cancer, they often make a comment about smoking or ask me if I have a smoking history. Why does that happen? Answer: Despite our best efforts, there is still a stigma [...]
A Fierce Advocate: Colette’s Story
Colette lives in the Bronx, NY, with her husband, Fitzroy, who is also a cancer survivor. They have 4 adult daughters, Tessa, Jessica, Kaelani, and Kayla, and a son, Josh, who recently left the nest for art school. They [...]
Ask the Experts: Staying Positive After Diagnosis
Question: I recently received a stage 4 (IV) lung cancer diagnosis. How do I stay optimistic about the future? (Answered by Shane Dormady, MD, Hematology & Oncology, El Camino Hospital Cancer Center, during his appearance at the October 2024 [...]
A New Normal: Theresa’s Story
Theresa W. resides north of Boston with her husband, Bryan, her 2 sons, Trent and Baelor, and their dog, Roxie. She works full-time as the director of health and human services in a local town. Theresa is a huge [...]
Treating EGFR Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
Treatment strategies for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR mutations have evolved in recent years, including the development and approval of new therapies and combinations of treatments. The best treatment for each person with EGFR NSCLC depends on [...]
Early Detection Means Better Outcomes: Donnita’s Story
When Navy Veteran Donnita B. was first screened for lung cancer about 7 years ago, nothing was found. Then, life got in the way – COVID and the arrival of 2 beloved grandchildren – and she didn’t get screened [...]
Faith & resilience: May O.’s Inspiring Journey
May O. is a 40-year-old warrior, wife, and mother thriving with metastatic lung cancer in Houston, TX. She has a positive outlook on her situation and views it as a blessing. She loves spending time with her husband, Darren, [...]
Ask the Experts: Is Radiation Therapy Right for Me?
Question: I have metastatic lung cancer that is responding well overall to the targeted therapy that I take. However, a few spots in my bones are not shrinking from the treatment. Can radiation therapy help me? (Answered by Dr. [...]
Ask the Experts: Coping as a Couple
Question: My husband’s lung cancer diagnosis and treatment are putting stress on our relationship. What can we do to help us cope better as a couple? Answer: It is common for a cancer diagnosis to impact not only the [...]
Embracing Life Fully: Ellie T.’s Story
Ellie T. resides in the northern suburbs of Baltimore city, MD. She enjoys Tai Chi/Qi Gong, going for walks in nature, photography, writing, playing drums, and composing electronic instrumental cinematic dance music. Currently, she is working on an EP, [...]