Cissy was diagnosed 8 years ago at age 32, three years into her marriage and four months after welcoming her son. She had a large brain tumor (7 smaller) and stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). She was STK-11, KRAS, ALK and EFGR negative. Her initial prognosis...
Robert’s Story
My name is Robert Lovett and I was diagnosed with stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer on September 12th, 2022. When I was first diagnosed with cancer, I thought it was the end because I lost my mother to cancer. However, my team explained to me that the...
Glenda’s Story
During the summer of 2018, I had been having difficulty breathing while walking uphill to my office each morning. I occasionally ran and exercised so I knew I wasn’t completely out of shape, but something wasn’t right. It took 4 visits over a period of 7-8 months to...
Susan’s Story
I was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer February 22, 2018. My journey to date has been good, my family and friends have been with me every step of the way. God has been so good to me and given me strength to face each day with courage and promise. My doctor, Dr. Kim,...
Kelly’s Story
My name is Kelly Keesling and in December 2015, I was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic lung cancer. Yes, stage 4. The worst one. I have never smoked or been around any fumes or smoke for any sort of time, so for the first month of “just having a cough,” the doctors...
Julie’s Story
My lung cancer story began in August 2016. While at work, I began having intense neck and shoulder pain. The pain began radiating to my chest, so I went to the emergency room. Nothing was wrong with my heart. As part of the workup they did a chest xray and saw a...
Jodi’s Story
In September of 2019, Jodi was diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). For a young mother of two children, an active member of her community, and an avid runner, the diagnosis was an understandable and relatable disturbance in the Force. Once the initial...
Tomma’s Story
In November of 2006, I was diagnosed with Stage 3B non small cell lung cancer. I was stunned… I had no symptoms except for a small lump in my neck which turned out to be a cancerous lymph node… and the journey began. Thank goodness for a primary care doctor who...
Kelly’s Story
Lives change forever when your doctor tells you or someone you love "you have Stage 4 Lung Cancer." The physical, mental and emotional battle begins, but sometimes even the strongest and bravest cancer warriors can't beat such an insidious disease. During Kelly's 9.5...
Harold’s Story
Harold Morrow began his battle in November 2010 after being diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. He was told he had only six months. But Harold fought with determination and the tenacity to live. When radiation and surgery were not an option he began aggressive...