LUNG FORCE Heroes | American Lung Association

Debby G. I had stage 1 lung cancer, my right upper lobe was removed.
Michael S. Hi, my name is Michael. I have small cell carcinoma, also known as small cell lung cancer.
Tammy F. In July of 2023 I experienced a piercing pain in my back around my shoulder blade.
Charlie H. I ride because my dad unfortunately died at the age of 39 of lung cancer. So, I do it to honor him and help those who need it.
Shelley M. When I went to the doctor with pain in my lower right side, I never expected to find out that I had lung cancer.
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David C. Lung cancer was never on my radar. I’m young; still in my 30s. As a former Division One athlete, I’ve been active all my life and have remained active through sports and regular exercise.
Mary N. I started participating in Lung Force walks about 4 years ago. I lost my mother and sister to lung cancer.
Joseph B. On February 17th, 2024, I experienced the devastating loss of my mother to stage 4 cancer, believed to have originated in her lungs.
Crystal T. I received cancer screening in 2021, after quitting smoking and being diagnosed with COPD.
Michelle N. I struggled with weight gain from the time I was 21. By the time I hit 50ish, I could not seem to keep any weight off through many programs. I applied for and was approved for a bariatric surgery at our local hospital until I failed a pre-operation t
Maureen W. Hi, my name is Maureen and I am the face of a lung cancer survivor!
Mia S. My initial symptoms began in 2019 with overwhelming fatigue, back and leg pain. My primary doctor recommended that I do stretching exercises and gave me pain medicine.
Carlos R. I'm Carlos Ramirez, a single father to two thriving young adults. Life took an unexpected turn when Small Cell Lung Cancer disrupted our entire lives.
Darcy E. Although I do not have lung cancer, its effects are very personal to me. I am a respiratory therapist and work in pulmonary rehabilitation and as a tobacco-free advocate. Every day I work with patients who have a history of lung cancer. They become l

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