Hope With Answers: Living With Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer Foundation of America
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Hope With Answers: Living With Lung Cancer

Find out what you need to know for your personal lung cancer journey through stories and interviews with patients, lung cancer specialists, and key participants in the quest for a cure.

  1. The Power of Palliative Care: 2024's Must-Listen Episode

    HACE 2 DÍAS

    The Power of Palliative Care: 2024's Must-Listen Episode

    As we wrap up 2024, LCFA's Hope With Answers host Mitch Jelniker presents our most downloaded episode of the year, featuring a transformative conversation about palliative care in the lung cancer journey. Dr. Sherri Cervantez, Director of Palliative Oncology at UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, joins lung cancer survivor Sally Cain for an enlightening discussion that changed how thousands view palliative care. Sally shares her unique perspective as both a Stage 4 lung cancer patient benefiting from palliative care and as someone who witnessed her late husband's journey without these vital services. Key Highlights from Our Most Popular 2024 Episode Debunking common myths about palliative care vs. hospice care How early palliative care can transform your lung cancer journey Real-world success stories of improved quality of life Expert insights on building your optimal care team Practical guidance on accessing and maximizing palliative care services Insurance coverage and advocacy tips This standout episode resonated deeply with our audience by addressing a critical yet often overlooked component of comprehensive lung cancer care. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare provider, this discussion offers valuable insights into maximizing quality of life during treatment. As LCFA prepares for an exciting 2025, we invite you to revisit this impactful conversation that continues to help patients and families better understand how palliative care can be a powerful ally in their lung cancer journey.   Show Notes | Transcript | Watch Video  Originally Published on: 2024-05-23   Resources: Understanding Palliative Care What is Palliative Care? Palliative Care & Lung Cancer

    38 min
  2. I Have Lung Cancer - What Now? (Originally released Dec 2019)

    21 NOV

    I Have Lung Cancer - What Now? (Originally released Dec 2019)

    In this foundational episode released in December 2019, lung cancer survivor Lysa Buonanno shares critical insights about navigating a lung cancer diagnosis. Her journey, which began at age 40 with persistent back pain, highlights the importance of comprehensive testing and informed decision-making in lung cancer treatment. Today, more than 12 years after her initial diagnosis, Lysa continues to live with lung cancer. Her story, along with the expert perspectives from Dr. Carbone and Kim Norris, illustrates both the challenges of living with lung cancer and the hope offered by advancing research and treatment options. This episode remains relevant today, offering essential guidance for patients and families while highlighting LCFA's vital role in supporting research for new treatment options. Show Notes | Transcript

    59 min
  3. MOST DOWNLOADED: From COVID Test to Clementine - Annabelle Gurwitch's Unexpected Lung Cancer Journey

    29 OCT

    MOST DOWNLOADED: From COVID Test to Clementine - Annabelle Gurwitch's Unexpected Lung Cancer Journey

    Most Downloaded Episode: From COVID Test to Lung Cancer Diagnosis Join host Mitch Jelniker as we revisit our most popular Hope With Answers episode featuring Annabelle Gurwitch - actress, author, and unexpected lung cancer advocate. What started as a routine COVID test in 2020 led to a shocking stage IV lung cancer diagnosis for this never-smoker. With her signature wit, Annabelle shares how her tumor ("the size of a Clementine") changed everything. Despite being physically active and healthy except for a slight cough, she joined the growing number of never-smoker women facing lung cancer. Thanks to advances in targeted therapy for her EGFR mutation, Annabelle maintains an active life while advocating for crucial lung cancer research. "I get to have the life I'm having right now because of the drugs that were developed in the last five years," she says, highlighting how research funding directly impacts patient survival and quality of life. Listen as Annabelle brings humor and hope to a serious subject, demonstrating why this episode resonates with so many in the lung cancer community.   View Show Notes | Transcription

    26 min

  4. 22 AGO

    Adjuvant Therapy: The Next Step in Lung Cancer Treatment

    Delve into the world of adjuvant therapy for lung cancer patients through insightful discussions with Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, an assistant professor of cardiothoracic surgery, and Lisa Goldman, a long-term lung cancer survivor and advocate. Dr. Villena-Vargas provides a comprehensive overview of adjuvant therapy, explaining its role in preventing cancer recurrence after primary treatment. He clarifies the differences between neoadjuvant, adjuvant, and peri-adjuvant therapies, and discusses how treatment decisions are made based on cancer stage and type. The doctor emphasizes the importance of understanding one's specific diagnosis and asking the right questions about biomarkers and treatment options. Lisa Goldman shares her personal journey with stage 4 lung cancer, diagnosed in 2014. Her story highlights the rapid advancements in lung cancer treatment over the past decade, from her initial aggressive chemotherapy to long-term targeted therapy. Lisa's experience underscores the critical role of research in extending and improving the lives of lung cancer patients. This episode offers a balanced mix of expert medical insight and personal experience, making complex medical concepts accessible to a general audience. It serves as an invaluable resource for those navigating the challenges of lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, highlighting the significant progress made in recent years and the reasons for hope in the fight against this disease. Guests Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD Dr. Villena-Vargas is a clinician at Weill Cornell Medical Center, with particular expertise in the surgical management of lung cancer. He has written numerous clinical publications about screening, staging, and the management of thoracic cancers. Lisa Goldman, Patient-Advocate Diagnosed in 2014 with urgent stage 4 lung cancer, Lisa received immediate chemotherapy. She later co-founded The ROS1ders, a Facebook advocacy group for lung cancer patients. Show Notes | Transcript | Watch video

    25 min
  5. Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment Advancements: Unlocking Hope Through Breakthrough Therapies

    20 JUN

    Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment Advancements: Unlocking Hope Through Breakthrough Therapies

    Explore the remarkable small cell lung cancer treatment advancements that offer renewed hope to patients and their loved ones. Dr. Jacob Sands, a leading oncologist from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Maida Mangiameli, a small cell lung cancer survivor, share their expertise and experiences, providing a unique perspective on the latest breakthroughs in small cell lung cancer treatment. Dr. Sands explains the differences between small cell and non-small cell lung cancer, emphasizing the aggressive nature of small cell lung cancer and the importance of early detection through lung screening. He highlights the significant progress made in lung cancer treatments, particularly the introduction of immunotherapy drugs as a standard of care in the first-line setting, leading to long-term disease control and potential cures for some patients. The conversation shifts to the promising T-cell engager therapy, a novel approach that harnesses the immune system to target and destroy cancer cells. Dr. Sands uses a baseball analogy to illustrate the effectiveness of different treatments, suggesting that T-cell engagers may be hitting home runs more frequently, offering hope for longer-lasting responses with fewer side effects. Maida Mangiameli shares her personal journey with small cell lung cancer, emphasizing the importance of a supportive oncology team and not blaming oneself for the disease. She addresses the stigma associated with lung cancer and the need for increased awareness and empathy. Both Dr. Sands and Maida stress the significance of clinical trials in advancing small cell lung cancer treatment and encourage patients to discuss trial options with their doctors. They also touch on the importance of lung cancer screening for early detection, with Maida offering practical advice for newly diagnosed patients. The small cell lung cancer treatment advancements, particularly the emergence of T-cell engager therapy, provide tangible reasons for patients and their loved ones to remain hopeful, offering the promise of longer, healthier lives for those affected by this challenging disease. Show Notes | Transcript | Watch Video

    31 min
  6. Palliative Care: The Untapped Potential in Your Lung Cancer Journey

    23 MAY

    Palliative Care: The Untapped Potential in Your Lung Cancer Journey

    Palliative care is an approach that improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing life-threatening illness. A team of doctors, nurses, social workers, and other specialists work with a patient’s existing physicians to provide an extra layer of support and specialized care. Palliative care aims to alleviate suffering, nurture comfort, and promote understanding for people living with lung cancer. It is a holistic and compassionate care designed to relieve symptoms, pain, and stress. Guests Sherri Cervantez, MD, Director of Palliative Oncology, UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center Sally Cain was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer in May 2022 after experiencing a nagging pain in her right side. Sally has experienced great support from her Palliative Care team in Texas. Her husband died a year before, and regrettably, he did not have a palliative care team. Show Notes | Transcript | Watch Video    Resources Understanding Palliative Care What is Palliative Care? Palliative Care & Lung Cancer

    39 min
  7. Superar el cáncer de pulmón: capacitar a los pacientes con conocimiento

    18 ABR

    Superar el cáncer de pulmón: capacitar a los pacientes con conocimiento

    Cada año, alrededor de 6.000 hombres hispanos y 5.800 mujeres hispanas serán diagnosticados con cáncer de pulmón. El cáncer de pulmón es la principal causa de muerte por cáncer entre los hombres hispanos y la segunda causa entre las mujeres hispanas. Por eso la detección temprana es fundamental. El Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas, un reconocido experto en cáncer de pulmón, y Yovana María Portillo, una sobreviviente de cáncer de pulmón, se reúnen en este podcast informativo para compartir sus ideas y experiencias, ofreciendo esperanza y orientación a los pacientes y sus familias, en particular a aquellos en el Comunidad hispana. Discuten la definición y los tipos de cáncer de pulmón, enfatizando que cualquier persona con pulmones puede desarrollar la enfermedad, no solo los fumadores. La historia personal de Yovana como nunca fumadora diagnosticada a los 35 años resalta la importancia de la detección temprana y una mayor conciencia de los factores de riesgo más allá del tabaquismo. El podcast explora los últimos avances en opciones de tratamiento, incluida la cirugía, la quimioterapia, la radiación, las terapias dirigidas, la inmunoterapia y la terapia combinada, que se adaptan al tipo y estadio específico del cáncer de pulmón de cada paciente. Yovana comparte su viaje a través de la abrumadora experiencia de un diagnóstico de cáncer de pulmón, aprendiendo nueva terminología médica y tomando decisiones de tratamiento con su equipo médico, al mismo tiempo que arroja luz sobre los factores culturales que impactan la experiencia del cáncer de pulmón en las comunidades hispanas. Tanto la Dra. Villena-Vargas como Yovana enfatizan la importancia de desestigmatizar el cáncer de pulmón, promover la detección temprana mediante pruebas de detección y fomentar la comunicación abierta con los proveedores de atención médica. A lo largo del podcast, ofrecen una poderosa combinación de conocimientos médicos y experiencia personal, brindando a los pacientes conocimiento y esperanza, y trabajando incansablemente para mejorar los resultados y la calidad de vida de los afectados por el cáncer de pulmón. Invitados Jonathan Villena-Vargas, MD; Profesor asistente de cirugía cardiotorácica en el Hospital Presbiteriano de Nueva York, Weill Cornell MedicineYovana María Portillo, defensora del paciente y Voz de la Esperanza: miembro de la Oficina de Oradores de la LCFA Mostrar notas | Transcripción | Ver video Recursos adicionales El impacto del cáncer de pulmón en la comunidad hispana | Instituto del Cáncer Rutgers de Nueva Jersey ¿Cómo afecta el cáncer de pulmón a los latinos? Cómo detectar el cáncer de pulmón: detección temprana y más | LCFA El cáncer y los hispanoamericanos | Oficina de Salud de las Minorías Historia del consumidor - Yovana Portillo – Accidentalmente libre de cáncer, programa de investigación del cáncer de pulmón, programas de investigación médica dirigidos por el Congreso

    30 min
  8. The Caregiver's Compass: Guiding Lung Cancer Support

    21 MAR

    The Caregiver's Compass: Guiding Lung Cancer Support

    Discover empowering strategies for lung cancer caregiving in the Hope with Answers podcast. Gain insights from experts and a survivor's story on balancing care with self-care. This episode is a must-watch for any caregiver seeking guidance, support, and the strength to navigate their vital role with grace and resilience. Guests:Jenni Daniel, BSN, RN - Life Coach for lung cancer survivors and their partners, helping them to navigate their cancer journey. Jenni owns and operates the MyNurse At Home, a cancer and life coach center.  Frank and Debbie McKenna, Lung Cancer survivor joined by his wife/caregiver. Show Notes | Transcript | Watch video Numerous resources are available to assist both lung cancer patients and their caregivers in this journey. My Nurse At Home  What is a Lung Cancer Caregiver? Caring for Someone with Lung Cancer: What to Know Taking Care of Yourself When You're a Cancer Caregiver | What You Need to Know Lung Cancer: Being a Better Caregiver   LCFA’s mission is the improvement in survivorship of lung cancer patients through the funding of transformative science. While raising funds to support lung cancer research, LCFA will raise the public’s awareness and serve as a resource for patients or anyone seeking answers, hope, and access to updated treatment information, scientific investigation, and clinical trials. You can also join the conversation with LCFA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

    35 min
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Find out what you need to know for your personal lung cancer journey through stories and interviews with patients, lung cancer specialists, and key participants in the quest for a cure.

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    Lung Cancer Foundation of America
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodios
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