Wells W. is a longtime friend of GO2 for Lung Cancer. At 91 years old, he is part of the Leadership Circle, a group of our most generous supporters. I was diagnosed with lung cancer in 1998 at age 65. I have a BA in Chemistry from Harvard and an MS and [...] The post 26 Years of Stage 4 (IV) Survivorship: Wells W.’s Story appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

Colette lives in the Bronx, NY, with her husband, Fitzroy, who is also a cancer survivor. They have 4 adult daughters, Tessa, Jessica, Kaelani, and Kayla, and a son, Josh, who recently left the nest for art school. They also have 2 grandchildren, Nicholas and Kobain, who keep them quite busy. Colette has a [...] The post A Fierce Advocate: Colette’s Story appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

Question: I recently received a stage 4 (IV) lung cancer diagnosis. How do I stay optimistic about the future?   (Answered by Shane Dormady, MD, Hematology & Oncology, El Camino Hospital Cancer Center, during his appearance at the October 2024 Lung Cancer Living Room. It has been edited for this use.) Answer: Many people diagnosed [...] The post Ask the Experts: Staying Positive After Diagnosis appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

Theresa W. resides north of Boston with her husband, Bryan, her 2 sons, Trent and Baelor, and their dog, Roxie. She works full-time as the director of health and human services in a local town. Theresa is a huge Red Sox fan -- so much so that she was married on a 1st-base plate [...] The post A New Normal: Theresa’s Story appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

GO2 for Lung Cancer (GO2) recognized lung cancer champions at its 19th Annual Simply the Best Gala in San Francisco on Nov. 2. This event celebrated organizations and individuals across the lung cancer community, including industry partners, survivors, caregivers, and donors.  “Each year, we look forward to recognizing the lung cancer community during Lung [...] The post GO2 for Lung Cancer Honors and Celebrates Its Community at 19th Annual Simply the Best Gala appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

Treatment strategies for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR mutations have evolved in recent years, including the development and approval of new therapies and combinations of treatments. The best treatment for each person with EGFR NSCLC depends on many factors, including the specific EGFR mutation, whether brain metastases are present, and the extent [...] The post Treating EGFR Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

When Navy Veteran Donnita B. was first screened for lung cancer about 7 years ago, nothing was found. Then, life got in the way – COVID and the arrival of two beloved grandchildren – and she didn’t get screened again for a few years. About 5 years later, Donnita got her 2nd Low Dose [...] The post Early Detection Means Better Outcomes: Donnita’s Story appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

We are proud to announce the launch of a powerful new video that brings the untold stories of people with lung cancer and their caregivers in Black communities to the forefront. This project is part of GO2 for Lung Cancer’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness about lung cancer disparities and encourage more people to [...] The post A New Story of Hope: Lung Cancer in Black Communities appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

GO2 for Lung Cancer's Manager, Events Operations Katie Morello brings enthusiasm and a big heart to her work with the organization. We chatted with Morello about her background, her day-to-day life over her 6 years at GO2, and why she loves what she does for the lung cancer community. What drew you to GO2?  [...] The post Katie Morello: A Shining Light at GO2 appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more

Karen W. didn’t feel well when she returned from a trip to Europe in late 2007. She thought she had gallbladder issues, so her doctor sent her for a scan. It was a “fluke” that the tech spotted a tumor on her lung. The next day, she received a call from her primary care [...] The post The Impact of Early Detection: Karen’s Story appeared first on GO2 for Lung Cancer ..read more