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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Jul 9

Are you anxious about talking to the kids in your life about your lung cancer diagnosis? Check out our blog, “Talking to Kids About Lung Cancer: Q&A with Kelsey Mora, CCO at Pickles Group” to learn how to get the conversation started. www.lungevity.org/blogs/talkin...

Talking to Kids About Lung Cancer: Q&A with Kelsey Mora, CCO at Pickles Group | LUNGevity Foundation

Answering parents' questions about how and when to talk with kids about living with lung cancer.

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Jul 3

Are you a lung cancer patient or care partner looking to connect with someone who knows what you are going through?

Learn more and sign up by visiting lungevity.org/support

LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Jun 20

Congratulations to the LUNGevity Scientific Advisory Board Members named as 2025 Fellows of the American Society of Clinical Oncology!

LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Jun 15

Fathers leave a lasting impression on their families. Today we celebrate the legacy of all of the dads who helped to shape us to be the people we are today.

If you need support this Father’s Day, visit LUNGevity.org/support

LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Jun 1

This #NationalCancerSurvivorsDay, Ruby shares her definition of a lung cancer survivor.

Find support by visiting lungevity.org/support

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · May 29

Research gives hope. Visit LUNGevity.org/research to learn how we’re accelerating research that transforms how people are diagnosed and live with lung cancer.
#lungcancerhopemonth

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · May 15

What gives Maggie hope? Lung cancer research! She is proof of how advancements in research help people live longer, fuller lives with lung cancer.

What gives you hope?

#lungcancerhopemonth

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · May 11

Sending love this #MothersDay.

Support services are available whenever you need them. LUNGEvity.org/support

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Apr 16

As the leading #lungcancerresearch organization in the country and the largest nonprofit funder of lung cancer research, LUNGevity is taking decisive steps in response to recent government actions that threaten #lungcancer treatment and ongoing care. www.lungevity.org/protecting-p...

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Apr 2

Statement from LUNGevity Foundation on Department of Health and Human Services Budget and Staffing Cuts: www.lungevity.org/about-us/new...

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Mar 31

Rosemary can’t wait for #HOPESummit25 taking place the first weekend in May in Bethesda, Maryland. Join her and meet your lung cancer community. Register for free now! LUNGevity.org/hopesummit

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Mar 18

Ashely is living with lung cancer and wants you to join her at LUNGevity’s #HOPESummit25! Watch what she has to say and then register at Lungevity.org/hopesummit

We can’t wait to see you there!

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Mar 15

The continuing resolution passed by Congress includes a deeply harmful 57% cut for innovative research at #CDMRP. We are very disappointed with this result but will not waiver in advocating for the highest possible investment in life-saving research. #ResearchSavesLives

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Mar 10

Urgent! The U.S. House will vote TOMORROW on a bill that includes a 57% CUT to the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP), including #lungcancerresearch. Contac your rep NOW and tell them to vote NO on these harmful cuts. www.votervoice.net/LUNGevity/ca... #TakeAction

LAN News | LUNGevity Foundation

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Mar 8

Happy International Women’s Day! Today we celebrate the women, past and present, who have shaped lung cancer treatment and care. We honor the work you have accomplished to help our community live longer, fuller lives with lung cancer. Thank you!

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Mar 7

#WashingtonDC, join us for the first ever Spring into Screening Lunch and Learn on 3/22!

• Free lunch
• #Giveaways
• Free Mamograms and Blood Pressure Screenings
• Connect with community partners

Register now www.eventleaf.com/e/springinto...

#cancerscreening

LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 24

Help us send more people to HOPE Summit in Bethesda, MD, this year. Your donation will help cover travel and lodging costs for people living w/lung cancer to make connections, hear from experts, and learn to live well with lung cancer. Donate now: fundraise.lungevity.org/campaign/sharethelove

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 20

Congratulations to the new members of LUNGevity’s Scientific Advisory Board!

www.lungevity.org/news/media-r...

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 12

Our latest blog discusses the complexities of race and health. Check it out here: www.lungevity.org/blogs/unders...

Conversations that Count: Understanding the Complexities of Race and Health | LUNGevity Foundation

Matthew McCurdy, MPH, co-founder of BLKHLTH, joined us to talk about the complexities of race and health and how his organization is responding.

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 12

Join us for an informative webinar discussing industry Best Practices in providing financial support for #clinicaltrial participants. Webinar is March 5, 2025 from 11 AM to 12:00 PM ET. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 11

Patricia found her community at HOPE Summit. But there are people living with #lungcancer who have not been able to have this life-changing experience yet. Help us send more people affected by lung cancer to HOPE Summit. Donate now: fundraise.lungevity.org/campaign/sharethelove #HOPESummit25 #lcsm

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 6

Join us today!

LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Jan 27

Join LUNGevity’s Brandon Leonard and DC Strategist, Monica Popp, for a webinar on 2/6 to discuss what to expect in 2025 and how it will affect the lung cancer community. Bring your questions and join us for an engaging conversation. Register now: LUNGevity.org/events

LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 5

We asked researchers to describe LUNGevity’s Research Awards in only three words.

How could an award from LUNGevity empower your research? Don’t miss your chance to find out – the deadline for LUNGevity Research Award LOIs is 2/14/25. Apply today! www.lungevity.org/research/fun... #lcsm

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 4

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LUNGevity Foundation @lungevity.bsky.social · Feb 1

As February begins, we embrace a month dedicated to recognizing the extraordinary achievements of Black individuals who have shaped our world. Their stories inspire us to rise, challenge the status quo, and create a future filled with hope and progress.

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