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More inspirational storiesKylie's Network has many stories to tell. These stories, in general, are personal stories from patients, family members, carers and friends, who have been touched by lung cancer and wish to share their experiences. The Kylie Johnston Lung Cancer Network posted these stories on the website to provide:
to people who visit this site. If you feel you would like to share a story, then please email enquiries@lungfoundation.com.au. > Maggie - A second opinion could save my life Maggie - A second opinion could save my life
Follow Maggie's journey in 3 videos and the difference the support from her daughter has made
Natalie - So much living to do
Natalie is an inspiration. Continuing to enjoy life while undergoing chemotherapy and trialling a new drug, Natalie looks on the bright side of life with such positivity she is 'defying the odds'.
Liz Simon makes it to U Tube
Liz Simon was one of our wonderful patient advocates who tirelessly offered support, hope and love to the growing community of people who access Lungevity - an on line forum for people living with lung cancer. Liz was a very passionate and constructive member of the Kylie Johnston Lung Cancer Network's management committee and her contribution was significant. Liz was also involved in delivering an innovative education program Breathe - anti smoking presentations to primary school children to raise their awareness about the health risks of the smoking and passive smoking. Matt Pusey - Photo Exhibition "With Every Breath"
When Matthew Pusey, a life time never smoker, was diagnosed with non small cell lung cancer by "chance" in September 2005 at the age of 30 years he felt angry. He courageously managed to convert his anger and fear into a driving determination to travel the world and document his journey with lung cancer through photography. Over the last three years, Matthew became a passionate consumer advocate with a commitment to promoting lung cancer awareness and reducing the associated stigmatism that comes with the diagnosis. Since he was diagnosed, Matthew managed to travel to 23 countries throughout the world and took soulful photographic images that celebrated life. Lisa Bowen - I had a thought one day . . .
Some brief extracts from Lisa's diary Reality Check Bad things always happen to other people. I have never lost anyone close to me. No one I know has ever been tragically ill. My children are well. Of course I take all this for granted. I can't help it. It's just the way it is. You take things for granted that are always there. There's no reason not to. Roslyn Hogan turns 60!
Hello, my name is Roslyn Hogan, I am 59 years old, happily married for just on 38 years. I have 2 boys aged 34 and 31 and a beautiful daughter aged 26. I have been blessed with 2 adorable grandchildren - Luella 4 years and Murphy 20 months. Two years ago today, 27 th August 2004, I was diagnosed with advanced stage IV Adenocarcinoma Lung Cancer (Bronchio-alveoli). Both my lungs appeared to have been hit by a "snow storm". Inoperable, incurable, not able to radiate - maybe chemotherapy could prolong my life?
Another dream realised by Kylie
Kylie Johnston had been dreaming of going to Paris and travel overseas with her husband for a long time. In May 2007 this dream was realized. Kylie and Nick Johnston traveled to France, Italy and Switzerland and spent 5 weeks soaking in the European experience. Matt Pusey - 2 Years On!
Well its now slightly over 2 years since I was diagnosed with lung cancer incidentally whilst undergoing lung surgery. My diagnosis was stage 4, Non Small Cell Lung Cancer with Bronchioalveolar features to be exact. A terminal prognosis with even the best of current treatments. Needless to say as a 30 year old non-smoker this came as quiet a blow. I was given 12-24 months to live with the immediate commencement of chemotherapy, or under a year without treatment. Sharon and a Miracle Drug
My world changed forever on August 3 2004. Life was great. Then it all came crashing down. I try not to think of that time in my life too often, it is painful and something I have left in the past. Put simply I was deemed inoperable and unable to have radiotherapy. Chemotherapy was my only option, so I went with it. Marion's Story
Hi to you all, Yes...I'm a lung cancer survivor too! Here is my story: On the 13 November 2005 I coughed up a few tiny spots of blood. This happened for two mornings in a row. Being a smoker for 30 years (I was 42 when diagnosed) I knew it wasn't a good sign because I had a cough for a few months in the mornings as well. I went to my GP and from that day the ball went rolling.
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