LUNGevity

LUNGevity Foundation is the nation’s leading lung cancer organization focused on improving outcomes for people with lung cancer through research, policy initiatives, education, support, and engagement for patients, survivors, and caregivers. LUNGevity seeks to make an immediate impact on quality of life and survivorship for everyone touched by the disease—while promoting health equity by addressing disparities throughout the care continuum. LUNGevity works tirelessly to advance research into early detection and more effective treatments, provide information and educational tools to empower patients and their caregivers, promote impactful public policy initiatives, and amplify the patient voice through research and engagement. The organization provides an active community for patients and survivors—and those who help them live longer and better lives.

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Latest from LUNGevity

What Patients With Lung Cancer Don’t Know May Be Critically Important

April 14, 2022

Article

Patients who are part of an advocacy group may be better equipped to understand biomarker testing during a lung cancer diagnosis and feel more empowered.

FDA’s Approval of Opdivo-Chemo Regimen Spurs Another Thought-Provoking Treatment Option in Lung Cancer

April 13, 2022

Article

The FDA’s recent approval of Opdivo plus chemotherapy may be beneficial for some patients with non-small cell lung cancer, further highlighting the need for multidisciplinary care.

Patients Experienced Fewer Symptoms After Lung Cancer Surgery When Using an Electronic Reporting System

February 03, 2022

Article

Patients with lung cancer whose symptoms were managed by automated alerts to their care team through an electronic system after surgery had fewer post-surgical complications than patients who received standard care.

More Than a Career: Lung Cancer Advocate Turns Passion Into Action

November 07, 2021

Article

Upal Basu Roy has a true gift of being able to think from his heart. He educates the patient community, helps patients navigate the fragmented system, fights for drug access issues in other countries, addresses disparities and supports patient-driven initiatives in research and advocacy.

LUNGevity Foundation Launches Inhale for Life: Find it Early and Live Public Service and Social Media Campaign During Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November 04, 2021

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Medical experts and people living with lung cancer share the importance of early detection of lung cancer to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

LUNGevity Foundation Launches New Lung Cancer Patient Gateways

October 28, 2021

Article

The first of six innovative, specialized patient resources, the KRAS gateway allows patients to easily access KRAS-specific information and connect to community.

‘The Clock Has Not Stopped Running’ on 9/11-Related Cancer Incidence 20 Years Later

September 09, 2021

Article

The impact from 9/11 continues to this day, including the increased risk for cancer in first responders and survivors who inhaled the toxins contained in the air around ground zero.

9/11 and Cancer: Health Impacts Remain 20 Years Later

September 07, 2021

Podcast

Soon after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Judy Meyers returned to work in Manhattan, despite the terrible air quality. Years later, she was diagnosed with lung cancer, which is directly related to being in New York City in the aftermath of the destruction of the Twin Towers.

A Huge Heart for Patients With Lung Cancer

July 24, 2021

Article

A patient with small cell lung cancer nominates writes about the woman who connected her to others with the same diagnosis.

Peer Support Helps Patients Navigate Their Cancer Journey

July 18, 2021

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Katie Brown, senior vice president of survivorship and support for LUNGevity Foundation, wrote about a program for patients to gain knowledge from survivors.

Quelling COVID-19 and Cancer Fears

April 25, 2021

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As part of its “Speaking Out” video series, CURE® spoke with Katie Brown from LUNGevity about challenges that have arisen from the COVID-19 pandemic — including delays in screening — and resources to help patients through these trying times.

Looking Ahead in Lung Cancer Care

April 07, 2021

Video

Beyond Lung Cancer Treatment

April 07, 2021

Video

Small Cell Lung Cancer

April 07, 2021

Video

Biomarker Testing in Lung Cancer

April 07, 2021

Video

COVID-19 and Lung Cancer

April 07, 2021

Video

A Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Survivor Shares Her Story

March 02, 2021

Article

A young mother and athlete discusses receiving a shocking diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer and her incredible response to treatment with a single, targeted drug.

COVID-19 Pandemic May Negatively Impact Patients’ Ability to Access Care for Lung Cancer

February 02, 2021

Article

A survey conducted by the LUNGevity Foundation determined that 96% of patients with lung cancer felt that they were concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic affecting their treatment.

Addressing Survivorship in Cancer Care

December 05, 2017

Article

Patient Advocacy Summit brings together advocacy organizations and other key stakeholders to share ideas about how to improve survivors’ quality of life.

The Sweet Truth

July 02, 2015

Article

Does sugar cause cancer? Does sugar feed cancer?

Lung Cancer — Five Reasons to be Hopeful

May 12, 2015

Article

Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer killer, claiming more lives than the next four major cancers combined, but believe it or not, there are many reasons to be hopeful.