Empowering Young Adults in the Fight Against Lung Cancer

We strive to positively impact the lives of young adults diagnosed with lung cancer by building community, providing disease education and resources, highlight patient stories on our platform, and help with unique challenges in the here and now.

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WHY YOUNG LUNG CANCER?

dna

Genomics are more likely to contribute to lung cancer for people who are young (under 50), have no smoking history, or female.

lungs

Individuals under age 50 do not qualify for lung cancer screening. In 2018, 64% were diagnosed stage IV.

radon

Radon is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer and is responsible for more than 21,000 deaths in the U.S. every year.

female

Lung cancer diagnoses are steadily increasing among younger women.

cancer

NSCLC in individuals with no smoking history is estimated to be the 5th most common cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide.

smoking

20% of current lung cancer diagnoses occur in individuals with no smoking history.