Free ME From Lung Cancer

01/21/2026

Free ME From Lung Cancer
Are you all training for the great Save Your Breath 5k and Silent Auction October 18th? I don't know if you saw my race platform email but we are going to be giving bibSNAPS to the first 100 registrations this year. Certificates for one free pizza at Cushnoc Brewing for all who register. I know Cushnoc Brewing is one of Central Maine Striders favorite treats. Pizza will also be served during award ceremony and auction wrap up. We have some great auctions items already. A three hour cruise and two days' admission to the Maine Maritime Museum, a beautiful landscape water color on canvas, two nights stay in any deluxe room and dinner for two at the Hartstone Inn in Camden, one nights stay in a deluxe fireplace room for two adults and two children also located in Camden, one night stay at the Brunswick Hotel with a $50 credit to Noble Kitchen & Bar and so so much more. Its going to be a great event. Register today to ensure you receive on of our our bibSNAP sets.

Learn more about lung cancer, radon air abatements, early lung cancer screening and the latest in lung cancer research from Free ME from Lung Cancer

01/20/2026

In this powerful piece, advocate Jill Feldman calls on all of us to shift the narrative from shame and blame to hope and humanity. Lung cancer is not a morality story, and no one “earns” or “deserves” this disease.

Jill Feldman: Shifting the Lung Cancer Narrative From Shame and Blame to Hope and Humanity / cancer, Carter Bawam, Jamie L. Studts, Jill Feldman, Lung cancer,

01/19/2026

Some news from Ireland. This story follows a Dublin man diagnosed at stage 1 after a free screening through a pilot program, showing the power of early detection: “they got it at a stage where they could do something about it.”

A retired Dubliner, who had no symptoms of lung cancer, has told how a ground-breaking offer of free screening led to him finding out early he had the disease – being spared a late diagnosis.

01/16/2026

January is National Radon Awareness Month: Protect your Family From this Deadly Gas

Radon a colorless odorless gas, is a hidden threat lurking in homes across the United States. As the second leading cause of lung cancer, radon claims approximately 21,000 lives annually. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had designated January as National Radon Action Month to raise awareness about this preventable health risk.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil and rocks. It can seep into homes through cracks in foundations and walls, and through our well water, accumulating to hazardous levels. Exposure to radon is a serious health concern, particularly for smokers, who are 10 times more likely to develop lung cancer. Testing is crucial, as radon levels vary greatly from home to home. The Maine state Environmental Protection Agency states that one in every three homes has radon high enough to warrant mitigation.

Testing is simple and inexpensive. You can call the Maine State Public Lab, private laboratories, or a registered radon contractor to get a test kit. Specify if you are in need of testing your water, air or both. Test usually run about $40.00 each. The EPA recommends testing homes every two years or after significant renovations.

If your test results show levels above the EPA standards take action. Hire a registered radon mitigation professional to install a reduction system. Seal cracks and openings in your home’s foundation and rest your home after the mitigation system has been installed.

Last Year 310 Maine citizens were diagnosed with radon induced lung cancer and 165 lost their battle to radon induced lung cancer. Don’t wait - test your home today for radon and protect your health.
For more information visit Free ME from Lung Cancer's website at www.freemefromlungcancer.org or Maine State Center for Disease Control and Protection at https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/healthy-living/health-and-safety/drinking-water-safety/public-water-systems/information-for-consumers/drinking-water-contaminants/radonRemember, radon awareness is key to prevention. Spread the word and save lives!

01/14/2026

Lung cancer wasn’t on her radar. She was 38, active, a mom of three, and had never smoked. But when chest pain wouldn’t go away, Nichole Molinaro pushed for answers. Doctors found an early-stage lung cancer nodule “by accident.” Her story is a powerful reminder that lung cancer can affect anyone.

Nichole Molinaro was a 38-year-old active mother of three when she was diagnosed with lung cancer. She shares how an early diagnosis and the expertise of Hackensack Meridian Health saved her life.

01/08/2026

News out of Australia reminds us why it is so important to get screened at the earliest sign of anything ususual.

"It can happen to anybody."

More young women who've never smoked are being diagnosed with lung cancer, with doctors pointing to environmental exposure as a likely cause. Now women are s...

01/07/2026

Start 2026 with a healthier you! Here are some ways to lower your cancer risk...
- Be "SunSmart" every day
- Stay up to date with bowel/breast/cervical screenings
- Ask your doctor about the National Lung Cancer Screening Program
- Take steps to quit smoking or va**ng
- Eat well

Free ME From Lung Cancer is cheering you on this year. Small steps can make a big difference!

It’s never too early to start making your New Year’s resolutions, especially when it comes to improving your health and lowering your cancer risk. With 2026 just around the corner, this is the perfect time to start making healthy lifestyle changes that you can take with you into the new year. Vi...

01/05/2026

“It can be tempting to put changes down to getting older or another health condition,” says Dr. Rachel Orritt. “But, it’s important to get your doctor’s advice if you notice anything that’s not normal for you or isn’t going away."

Please make plans for early lung cancer screening! Feel free to conact us at Free ME From Lung Cancer to see if you qualify for a radon air abatement system.

As the NHS offers a ‘revolutionary’ blood test, here are some signs you could have lung cancer

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Free Me From Lung Cancer. Wishing patients, survivors, caregivers, and supporters strength, hope, and good health in the year ahead. Thank you for being part of this community.

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at Free ME From Lung Cancer - thank you for your continued support. Merry Christmas to those celebrating, and to our friends who celebrated Hanukkah, we hope you had a wonderful holiday. Wishing you and your loved ones peace, health, and hope this season.

12/23/2025

Music legend Barry Manilow has revealed a lung cancer diagnosis after doctors found a cancerous spot on his lung during testing for lingering bronchitis. His doctors believe it was caught early and has not spread — a powerful reminder that early detection saves lives and that lung cancer can affect anyone.

Barry Manilow has revealed that he has been diagnosed with lung cancer.

12/22/2025

“Faith over fear.” While undergoing cancer treatment in Tampa, Florida, Jorge Manchola got back on his bike and rode 100+ miles not once, not twice, but three times.

Jorge Manchola enrolled in a clinical trial for his lung cancer at Moffitt last year