GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer

Founded by patients and survivors, GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer transforms survivorship as the world's leading organization dedicated to saving, extending, and improving the lives of those vulnerable, at risk, and diagnosed with lung cancer. We work to change the reality of living with lung cancer by ending stigma, increasing public and private research funding, and ensuring access to care.

Latest from GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer

Go2 Foundation Expert Explains Who Should Be Screened for Lung Cancer and Why

January 04, 2022

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Angela Criswell, director of quality screening and program initiatives at GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, discusses early detection and screening for lung cancer.

Biomarker Testing Helps To ‘Identify the Typos in a Script’ Following a Lung Cancer Diagnosis

January 04, 2022

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Daniel Saez, treatment and trials navigator at the GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, discusses biomarker testing and precision medicine in lung cancer.

Combatting an Isolating Disease: An Expert Offers Lung Cancer Resources for Patients, Caregivers

January 04, 2022

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Susan Smedley, national manager of community fundraising and endurance events at GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, offers resources for patients with lung cancer and their loved ones, as well as ways to get involved in the community.

While QOL Preferences Can Be Different, Lung Cancer Resources Can Match Patient Needs

January 04, 2022

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Susan Smedley, national manager of community fundraising and endurance events at GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, discusses quality of life in lung cancer, and ways patients can communicate preferences to their health care providers.

GO2 Foundation Seeks to Better Understand Needs of People with Small Cell Lung Cancer

May 11, 2021

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Innovative effort aims to improve outcomes for historically underserved lung cancer patient community.

Offering Hope in the Lung Cancer Community

April 24, 2021

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In partnership with CURE®, Bonnie J. Addario and the GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer will release “The Living Room: A Lung Cancer Community of Courage,” a collection of stories from patients, caregivers and survivors taking a personal approach to cancer care.

Task Force Recommends Lowering Age for Lung Cancer Screening, Including Individuals with Shorter Smoking History

March 10, 2021

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The US Preventive Services Task Force now recommends lowering the age and smoking history requirements for people to receive annual lung cancer screening.

GO2 Foundation Leads Study to Improve Participation of Black Communities in Lung Cancer Clinical Trials

March 09, 2021

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The GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer (GO2 Foundation) announced its leadership in the launch of an important multi-institutional study to determine how to improve the participation of Black communities in lung cancer clinical trials.

New Study Seeks Origins of Young Lung Cancer

February 23, 2021

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Addario Lung Cancer Medical Institute and GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer to learn about environmental, lifestyle, and demographic risks of developing lung cancer under the age of 40.

Real-World Patients May Have More Side Effects to Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer Compared With Clinical Trial Data

January 20, 2021

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Findings from a study focused on patient-reported experiences, found that aching joints, aching muscles and fatigue were more common than initially found in clinical trials.

All Are Welcome: A Real-Life Lung Cancer 'Living Room'

November 18, 2020

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Bonnie Addario, a 16-year lung cancer survivor, shares a message of hope and invites you to ‘The Living Room.’

THE LIVING ROOM: A Lung Cancer Community of Courage

October 16, 2020

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Bonnie Addario, our co-founder, board chair, survivor, and inspiration for thousands of patients here and around the world, shares the powerful stories of lung cancer patients and how they found ways to survive – and thrive -- in her book, The Living Room.

International Survey to Assess How Lung Cancer Treatment Affects Women’s Sexual Health

August 11, 2020

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“This study comes from a very honest place. Because I want all patients out there with lung cancer to feel empowered to ask their doctor because they don't have to suffer in silence,” said Dr. Narjust Duma.

Worth the Fight: Communication Is Key When Taking on Lung Cancer

August 05, 2020

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New Initiative Aims to Foster Informed Discussions Between Newly Diagnosed Lung Cancer Patients, Caregivers and Their Healthcare Team

Lung Cancer Registry Launches Landmark Survey on Women's Sexual Health

June 29, 2020

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The aim is to explore the magnitude of the problem and give researchers and clinicians new insights to improve the quality of life for women lung cancer survivors.

Living With a Lung Cancer Diagnosis

April 03, 2020

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Raising Awareness Around Lung Cancer in Young, Never Smokers

April 03, 2020

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Empowering Patients with Lung Cancer to Take Control of Their Own Care

April 03, 2020

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Hope on the Horizon: Increasing Amounts of Targeted Therapies for NSCLC

April 03, 2020

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Exciting Therapeutic Options for Small Cell Lung Cancer

April 03, 2020

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Gaining a Voice By Participating In A Survey On Lung Cancer

February 17, 2020

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By taking part in a new survey series, patients with lung cancer can shed light on their quality of life and help drive research.

Lung Cancer Registry Launches New Surveys

December 13, 2019

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Patients with lung cancer are encouraged to participate in the new modules that will capture data to help gain insights into their treatment path and treatment options.