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Caregivers: Planning the Self-Care Journey
This webinar explains the phases of the caregiving cycle and offers tips and strategies for meeting the challenges of each phase.
The discussion features Michelle Bolden, founder and chief education...
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
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Cancer Grand Challenges Summit 2024: No Time to Waste in Addressing Some of Toughest Challenges in Cancer
Read time: 4 minutes I just returned from the Cancer Grand Challenges Summit, held March 5–8, 2024 in London, England. Cancer Grand Challenges was launched in 2020 as a... -
Leveraging Genetics to Understand Why Younger Adults Are Developing Lung Cancer
Read Time: 5 minutes It’s a mystery that has been baffling researchers: Why do some people develop lung cancer in their 20s or 30s? While we used to think lung cancer was only... -
Diving Deeper: Targeted Therapy, Radiation, and Immunotherapy
Lung cancer experts from Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center dive into the how and why behind targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy. Touching on improvements to... -
Lung Cancer Masterclass: Get Smart About Lung Cancer
In the past five years, the lung cancer community has seen an astonishing number of new treatments. As our understanding of lung cancer has deepened, the older treatment approaches... -
HOPE Summit 2024 in Atlanta, GA
Registration is still open for HOPE Summit 2024, which we are excited to host in Atlanta, Georgia, this year. This weekend-long conference combines learning how to live with lung... -
Fertility Preservation and Cancer
Medications and treatments for lung cancer can affect fertility in both women and men. This video covers how to work with a reproductive endocrinologist, the first steps after... -
No Mutations Virtual Meetup
No Mutation patients/survivors - Join us the 2nd Wednesday of every month to c onnect with others who share common experiences and build your community. Register in advance for...
Caregivers: Planning the Self-Care Journey
Caregivers: Planning the Self-Care Journey
This webinar explains the phases of the caregiving cycle and offers tips and strategies for meeting the challenges of each phase. The discussion features Michelle Bolden, founder and chief education officer for Call For Caring Inc., a nonprofit organization educating and uplifting family caregivers in Atlanta. Michelle also hosts two podcasts -- "Call For Caring on Purpose" and "The Empowerment Hour." The webinar was recorded on March 7, 2024, as a Facebook Live event. It is hosted…
Cancer Grand Challenges Summit 2024: No Time to Waste in Addressing Some of Toughest Challenges in Cancer
Cancer Grand Challenges Summit 2024: No Time to Waste in Addressing Some of Toughest Challenges in Cancer
Read time: 4 minutesI just returned from the Cancer Grand Challenges Summit, held March 5–8, 2024 in London, England. Cancer Grand Challenges was launched in 2020 as a collaboration between Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute in the US, whereby they provide $25 million to international, multi-institutional teams working to address some of the most perplexing issues in the cancer field. I am LUNGevity’s representative on Team CANCAN, which is working to understand and treat…
General Virtual Meetup
General Virtual Meetup
For patients/survivors - Join us every Tuesday for this general meetup for those impacted by lung cancer.Register in advance for this meeting:After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Leveraging Genetics to Understand Why Younger Adults Are Developing Lung Cancer
Leveraging Genetics to Understand Why Younger Adults Are Developing Lung Cancer
Read Time: 5 minutesIt’s a mystery that has been baffling researchers: Why do some people develop lung cancer in their 20s or 30s? While we used to think lung cancer was only caused by exposure to tobacco and environmental factors like radon, researchers are starting to learn that the development of lung cancer, particularly in younger adults, could have a hereditary component. LUNGevity partnered with the Lung Cancer Initiative, a leading nonprofit in North Carolina, to support…
Diving Deeper: Targeted Therapy, Radiation, and Immunotherapy
Diving Deeper: Targeted Therapy, Radiation, and Immunotherapy
Lung cancer experts from Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center dive into the how and why behind targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy. Touching on improvements to treatment options, side effects, fertility, and much more, they answer audience questions along the way in this recorded webinar. Watch the full video or use the timestamps below to jump to a specific topic.
Phase 3 Trials Demonstrate Efficacy of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors for Lung Cancer in Older Adults
Phase 3 Trials Demonstrate Efficacy of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors for Lung Cancer in Older Adults
Fertility Preservation and Cancer
Fertility Preservation and Cancer
Medications and treatments for lung cancer can affect fertility in both women and men. This video covers how to work with a reproductive endocrinologist, the first steps after getting your diagnosis, what to consider before starting treatment, and options after completing treatment.
Even Severe irAEs Linked to OS Gains in NSCLC Patients Treated With ICIs
Is Immunotherapy Beneficial in Patients with Oncogene-Addicted Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers? A Narrative Review
Is Immunotherapy Beneficial in Patients with Oncogene-Addicted Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers? A Narrative Review
Sacituzumab Govitecan Fails to Generate Survival Benefit in Advanced NSCLC
Toripalimab Improves EFS in Resectable, Stage III NSCLC
Disappointing Results in Phase III Clinical Trial for Gilead's Trop2 ADC in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Disappointing Results in Phase III Clinical Trial for Gilead's Trop2 ADC in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
A PET/CT radiomics model for predicting distant metastasis in early-stage non–small cell lung cancer patients treated with stereotactic body radiotherapy: a multicentric study
A PET/CT radiomics model for predicting distant metastasis in early-stage non–small cell lung cancer patients treated with stereotactic body radiotherapy: a multicentric study
Dr Bazhenova on the Need for Comprehensive Molecular Testing in Unresectable NSCLC
Lung Cancer Masterclass: Get Smart About Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer Masterclass: Get Smart About Lung Cancer
In the past five years, the lung cancer community has seen an astonishing number of new treatments. As our understanding of lung cancer has deepened, the older treatment approaches have also become more effective and efficient. These options are fantastic steps toward improving the overall survival and quality of life for people living with lung cancer, but it can be difficult for patients and caregivers to keep track of the new drug treatments and scientific advancements. …
HOPE Summit 2024 in Atlanta, GA
HOPE Summit 2024 in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
Registration is still open for HOPE Summit 2024, which we are excited to host in Atlanta, Georgia, this year. This weekend-long conference combines learning how to live with lung cancer and creating friendships that last beyond the event.HOPE Summit is a unique event for all people impacted by lung cancer—those living with lung cancer, survivors, caregivers, and now whole families. The weekend features medical experts, inspirational speakers, wellness activities, peer-to-peer connections, and…
Lung cancer treatment by stage explained
Treatment of Advanced Stage NSCLC Without Targetable Biomarkers - Recorded Video
Treatment of Advanced Stage NSCLC Without Targetable Biomarkers - Recorded Video
In this webinar, we discuss treatment of metastatic NSCLC that does not have targetable biomarkers.Hear from guest speakers Denise Cutlip (patient advocate) and Dr. Benjamin Levy (Thoracic Oncologist & Clinical Director of Medical Oncology, Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital). Dr. Levy is a physician-scientist who runs clinical trials in lung cancer. He is a member of LUNGevity's Scientific Advisory Board.This webinar was originally recorded as a…
The Efficacy and Safety of Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy in Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The Efficacy and Safety of Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy in Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Questions to Ask About Clinical Trials
Questions to Ask About Clinical Trials
Asking your doctor and medical team questions about clinical trials is a helpful way to decide if they are a good fit for you. You may already have some in mind, but a few basic questions to ask and get answered before making a decision are:Do you know of any clinical trials for my type and stage of lung cancer?What are the benefits and risks of this clinical trial?What are the eligibility guidelines?How long does the study last?Will you still be in charge of my care?What are the costs, and…
Building a Computational Model to Optimize Patient Treatment
Building a Computational Model to Optimize Patient Treatment
Approximately 20%-35% of patients newly diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) will have locally advanced disease, sometimes referred to as stage III NSCLC. The definitions of locally advanced disease can be complex. Generally, in these cases, the tumor may have grown into other areas close to the lung, such as the diaphragm or esophagus, or spread to nearby lymph nodes. However, the disease would not have spread to distant parts of the body. The standard treatments of locally…
Clinical Trial Phases
Clinical Trial Phases
The four phases of lung cancer clinical trials each serve a different and important purpose. From testing the safety of a new treatment to its effectiveness and long-term outcomes, this short video explains how researchers use clinical trials for new lung cancer treatments.Phases of a Clinical Trial:1. Safety of the new treatment 2. Does the cancer respond to the treatment 3. Is this new treatment better than the current options 4. Studies the long-term benefits and side effects
Helpful Apps for People Living with Cancer
Helpful Apps for People Living with Cancer
As mobile apps become more ingrained in our lives, it’s natural to look for ones that can help manage a cancer diagnosis. As for which app to choose, it really comes down to what you’re looking for, what you’re comfortable with, and what fits your needs. This list of helpful apps for people living with cancer includes ones that range from very basic, essentially a mobile pen and piece of paper, to all-in-one solutions that make medication tracking, document management, and…
LUNGevity Announces $1.2M in Lung Cancer Workforce Development Research Awards
LUNGevity Announces $1.2M in Lung Cancer Workforce Development Research Awards
LUNGevity Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of four awards to bolster the lung cancer research workforce— the Career Development Award, the VA Research Scholar Award, the Health Equity and Inclusiveness Research Fellow Award, and the ASTRO-LUNGevity Residents/Fellows in Radiation Oncology Seed Grant.“Progress in lung cancer research is only possible with a vibrant and diverse thoracic oncology workforce,” notes Upal Basu Roy, PhD, MPH, executive director, LUNGevity Research. “We…
Finding (Mental) Peace this Holiday Season
Finding (Mental) Peace this Holiday Season
The holidays are stressful enough without having to deal with lung cancer. LUNGevity is here to help.This discussion of the mental health challenges we face in the lung cancer community includes strategies for coping with a lung cancer diagnosis, stigma, and holiday anxiety. With the daylight getting shorter, we also discuss tips to address seasonal affective disorder. The free support programs and services available through LUNGevity for patients and caregivers are highlighted.This webinar…
Treatment & Research Takeaways: ESMO 2023 Meeting
Treatment & Research Takeaways: ESMO 2023 Meeting
The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) recently held its annual conference from October 20 – 24, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. ESMO represents one of the largest gatherings of the international oncology community, and this year’s meeting had over 30,000 registered attendees from around the world. Though October 19th brought record rainfall to Madrid, breaking a 100-year record, the rain in Spain didn’t dampen the palpable excitement of this year’s meeting. This was an especially…
What Is a Clinical Trial
What Is a Clinical Trial
Lung cancer clinical trials are carefully designed research studies to evaluate and learn more about new drugs and treatments. They give people the ability to participate in lung cancer research and access to new treatments that otherwise may not be available to them, all under the close supervision of medical experts.
Watch Recorded Expert Sessions From ILCSC
Watch Recorded Expert Sessions From ILCSC
The International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference (ILCSC) is a free virtual educational conference for people with lung cancer, caregivers, and advocates. The 2023 conference was held September 22-23. The recorded sessions from this conference are available to registered participants through December 21, 2023, at www.lungevity.org/ilcsc. If you did not register for the conference but would like to view the recordings, you may still register for free access. The recordings are…
The Latest Lung Cancer Science: Highlights of WCLC 2023
The Latest Lung Cancer Science: Highlights of WCLC 2023
I had the privilege of attending the 2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) in Singapore with my colleague Dr. Bellinda King-Kallimanis. WCLC, the world's largest meeting dedicated to lung cancer and other thoracic malignancies, is an excellent forum for learning about the latest research into the early detection and treatment of lung cancer. Apart from the science, it was inspiring to see fellow advocates and network with brilliant researchers, all razor-focused on improving the outcomes…
Lung Cancer and NCCN Guidelines: What They Are and Why They Matter
Lung Cancer and NCCN Guidelines: What They Are and Why They Matter
In this expert meetup session, Carlin Callaway will review the National Comprehensive Cancer Network’s (NCCN’s) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Guidelines and discuss how they are applicable to patient care. Participants will be able to ask general questions and engage in meaningful conversation.An expert in the field, Carlin Callaway, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, ACNS-BC, AOCNP is Assistant Professor and the Lead Medical Oncology Advanced Practice Provider at the University of Colorado Cancer…