Heath equity is a popular topic these days, but the concept is more than just a trendy phrase. In general, the health care system in the United States distributes services inefficiently and unevenly across populations which causes some Americans [...]
Question: I have a family history of lung cancer – both my mother and grandmother were diagnosed with the disease. Am I at greater risk for lung cancer because of genetics? The role that genetics plays in determining [...]
A popular way to talk about the incredible progress that has been made in lung cancer treatments over the past few years is to share the statistic that more lung cancer treatments have been approved in the past three [...]
Question: My doctors have determined that my lung cancer is progressing on its current targeted therapy and want to do another biopsy. Why would I need another biopsy since we already know the biomarker type? If I do need [...]
It can be hard to know where to go with your questions about lung cancer risk, diagnosis and treatment or how to connect with others who have had similar experiences. GO2’s HelpLine staff is here to help! You can [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2022 Contact: Julia Spiess Lewis julia@perrycom.com 916-601-8282 GO2 for Lung Cancer Honors Champions of the Lung Cancer Community at [...]
On November 10th, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Imjudo (tremelimumab) in combination with Imfinzi (durvalumab) and platinum-based chemotherapy for treatment of non-small cell lung cancer where there are no changes in ALK or EGFR. The FDA [...]
In 2019, Matt Peterson, a Vietnam veteran, was diagnosed with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. He was told by his doctor, “This is a life-limiting diagnosis. You will not survive this.” Many people with small cell hear similar words [...]
Author: Danielle Hicks, Chief Patient Officer Discovering that you have a lung nodule can be understandably scary. While they are common and can lead to lung cancer, most are not cancerous. According to October’s Living Room speaker Dr. Anthony [...]
Question: I was just diagnosed with lung cancer this year, so this is my first Lung Cancer Awareness Month. I want to participate, but I’m not sure how. What are the best ways to support Lung Cancer Awareness Month [...]