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‘Relentless’ mom battles Stage 4 lung cancer“A young non-smoker, Alisa Secaida was surprised to receive an advanced cancer diagnosis. Fortunately, doctors at City of Hope uncovered a rare genetic marker that made her tumor treatable.” Lung Cancer Survival Improved...

A veteran's journey through lung cancer“Jake White, an Army veteran who recently battled lung cancer, is living proof of the vital role that cancer screening and early detection plays in saving lives. White’s 40-year smoking history, coupled with a family history of...

Surveys show providers and patients increasingly endorse ‘whole-person’ integrative care“It has taken decades, but with each passing year, integrative health care is marching more squarely into the mainstream of American medicine. Countless millions of patients have...

Lung Cancer in Women and Nonsmokers: What To Know About Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment“A recent study about the rates of lung cancer in younger women made some alarming headlines. That research found that lung cancer in women between the ages of 35 and 54 is more...

5 things to expect after finishing chemotherapy“f you’re receiving chemotherapy as a part of your cancer treatment, you’ve probably already figured out ways to make it a little more manageable. Maybe you carry around peppermints to stave off nausea or bring warm socks...

Lung Cancer News From 2023“In honor of November being Lung Cancer Awareness Month, here is a look back at some of the most impactful developments in the space from 2023.” 20-year study shows that lung cancer screening boosts survival rates“Diagnosing early-stage lung...

Individuals with genetic predisposition for physical activity have fewer cardiovascular risk factors“In a study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, it was found that individuals with a genetic predisposition for higher...

Oncology Nurses Are Uniquely Qualified to Meet the Needs of Patients With Lung Cancer“Oncology nurses are uniquely qualified to offer a wide range of support to patients with lung cancer, and they play a vital role in caring for this patient population. These highly...

Sitting is the New Smoking “Sedentary behavior or insufficient physical activity can negatively impact an individual's physical and mental health. It can potentially increase the risk of many non-communicable diseases, including cardiometabolic disorders.” Clinical...

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Progress in early screening and diagnostics, plus smoking cessation programs to help reduce health disparities “SEATTLE — October 24, 2023 — As Lung Cancer Awareness Month begins in November, experts at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center remain...