EVENTS
Making a difference ... One advocate at a time!
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November is Lung Cancer Awareness month.
In Washington, DC, on November 1 and November 2, those impacted in any way by lung cancer were called to take action, take a stand, make their voices heard, share their story, and make a difference.
Hundreds of leading advocates across the country participated in planning activities and events to help raise awareness.
Press Conference & Panel Discussion (National Press Club)
To kick off Lung event, the Lung Cancer Action Network (LungCAN) hosted the Lung Cancer Awareness Month Press Conference and Panel Discussions at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Advocates and survivors are strongly encouraged to attend.
The event brought together renowned researchers and advocates from several organizations, as well as individuals personally impacted by lung cancer.
Life & Breath Rally held on Capitol Hill
November 2, 2017
Hundreds of advocates gathered for the Life & Breath Rally at the U.S. Capitol Building. The purpose of the rally was to demonstrate the urgency of making lung cancer a national priority by creating a visual of 433 people, the number of U.S. lung cancer deaths each day. The event was organized by caring individuals who inspired other caring individuals to come to DC to represent this cause. Although many lung cancer advocacy events have happened in DC, this new event has never taken place before.