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Lung Cancer Alliance

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888 16th St, NW, Ste 150

Washington, DC 20006

1-800-298-2436 (Voice - Toll-free), Lung Cancer Information Line
202-463-2080 (Voice),

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Abstract

Lung Cancer Alliance is the only national nonprofit organization advocating on behalf of lung cancer patients, survivors, families, and caregivers. Their mission is to lead the movement to reverse decades of stigma and neglect by empowering those with or at risk for the disease, elevating awareness and changing health policy. Programs include the Lung Cancer Hotline, a toll-free informational service for lung cancer patients and their caregivers; "Phone Buddies," a peer-to-peer support service; “LCA Survivors Community”, an online support community; “Lung Cancer Alliance Clinical Trials Matching Service”; "Lung Cancer Awareness Month," a national education and advocacy campaign; "Spirit and Breath," newsletter, and "Advocacy Alerts," to keep advocates informed.

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Notes

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Audit

Date Entered: 2/1/1998
Date Edited: 3/15/2013
Date Revised: 12/7/2006 2:45:11 PM
Health Referral Number: HR2900
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