Lung CancerConnect
Overview of Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer; Risk factors, diagnostic evaluation, staging and treatment planning.
Diagnosed with Lung Cancer? 10 Must Read Tips to be an Empowered Patient
Education, Self-advocacy, NGS Testing, Support and the right physicians can improve your outcomes for lung cancer.
Treatment & Management of Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Understand the role of precision cancer medicine, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation in the management of NSCLC.
Lung Cancer Connect is a unique resource that brings patients, caregivers, advocates and experts together in a single community where individuals benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment and the support of other individuals being treated at some of the best cancer centers. Lung Cancer Connect offers users expert authored clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Lung Cancer Connect is a unique resource that brings patients, caregivers, advocates and experts together in a single community where individuals benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment and the support of other individuals being treated at some of the best cancer centers. Lung Cancer Connect offers users expert authored clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Lung Cancer Overviews
Treatment of Stage III B - IV Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Chemotherapy, biomarker testing and precision cancer medicines and immunotherapy are used to treat stage IIIB-IV NSCLC.
Screening - Prevention & Early Detection of Lung Cancer
Who is at risk of developing lung cancer? New lung cancer screening guidelines updated - July 2020.
Liquid Biopsies Replacing Tissue-based Tests and Improving Treatment
NGS and biomarker testing with liquid biopsies improve treatment and should be performed in all newly diagnosed NSCLC patients.
Lung Cancer Surgery
Surgery is critical for the accurate staging and treatment of lung cancer. Advances in robotics and minimally invasive techniques continue to improve outcomes.
Lung Cancer Treatment & Management
Targeting the Folate Receptor with Precision Cancer Medicines
Is Folate Receptor alpha the next target for precision medicines in ovarian and other cancer types?
It’s In the Genes-Genetics & Cancer
It's time for universal germline testing in breast, colon, lung and other cancers.
Precision Cancer Medicines & Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer
Keep up with the growing number of precision medicines targeting specific mutations in lung cancer.
Lumakras (sotorasib) Precision Cancer Medicine Targets KRAS NSCLC
AACR-update" KRAS a major driver of lung and other cancers for KRAS G12C mutated NSCLC - what patients need to know.
Lung Cancer Survivorship
CancerConnect - November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Development of precision cancer medicines, early use of immunotherapy, and genomic testing are proceeding with great speed - Stay Current
Is Lung Cancer Different in Non or Never-Smokers?
Research suggests that the symptoms, type, and treatment of lung cancer is different in non-smokers than smokers.
5 Things Women Should Know about Lung Cancer
Smoking causes the deadliest form of cancer.
How Can You Reduce Your Risk of Lung Cancer?
Research suggests the key to avoiding lung cancer is to stop smoking, avoid Radon and eat cruciferous vegetables!