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Welcome to The Happy Lungs Project Blog. Check out these blog posts from our Scientific Advisory Board members and other partners from the scientific community explaining the latest RET research.

We seek to support researchers and clinicians in their work toward a cure for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer caused by the RET mutation. We also aim to provide community resources and events to support finding a cure for RET-Positive lung cancer. On this blog, you will find information about our research, RET clinical trials, patient stories and upcoming events.

We would like to also welcome our guest blogger, Anthony “Nino” Sireci, M.D., vice president, clinical biomarker and diagnostics development at Lilly. Read Nino’s News.

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The Happy Lungs Project Joins Lung Cancer Advocacy Organizations and 23andMe to Launch Lung Cancer Genetics Study to Advance Research
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The Happy Lungs Project Joins Lung Cancer Advocacy Organizations and 23andMe to Launch Lung Cancer Genetics Study to Advance Research

The Happy Lungs Project Joins Lung Cancer Advocacy Organizations and 23andMe to Launch Lung Cancer Genetics Study to Advance Research

This study aims to build a comprehensive, open-source database of heritable genetics and patient-reported data…
July 29, 2024
A Letter from Ilana to a Recently Diagnosed RET Patient
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A Letter from Ilana to a Recently Diagnosed RET Patient

A Letter from Ilana to a Recently Diagnosed RET Patient

Happy Lungs board member Ilana Stromberg penned this letter to anyone newly diagnosed with RET-positive…
November 5, 2024
Ethical Considerations in RET Lung Cancer Clinical Trials
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Ethical Considerations in RET Lung Cancer Clinical Trials

Ethical Considerations in RET Lung Cancer Clinical Trials

RET lung cancer clinical trials represent hope. However, they also raise ethical considerations. Let’s explore…
October 28, 2024
New Lung Cancer Vaccines in Development
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New Lung Cancer Vaccines in Development

New Lung Cancer Vaccines in Development

Lung cancer vaccines are a promising approach for treating and preventing lung cancer. Different vaccines…
October 21, 2024
Cracking the Code: What RET Gene Alteration Means for Your Lung Cancer
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Cracking the Code: What RET Gene Alteration Means for Your Lung Cancer

Cracking the Code: What RET Gene Alteration Means for Your Lung Cancer

The RET gene is important for controlling how cells grow and develop. When the RET…
October 14, 2024
Enhancing the Quality of Life for Lung Cancer Patients
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Enhancing the Quality of Life for Lung Cancer Patients

Enhancing the Quality of Life for Lung Cancer Patients

Living with RET-positive cancer brings unique challenges, but focusing on enhancing your quality of life…
October 7, 2024
Get to Know Irene, our Director of Research
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Get to Know Irene, our Director of Research

Get to Know Irene, our Director of Research

Hello! My name is Irene Guijarro Munoz, and I joined the team at The Happy…
October 2, 2024
The 4 Stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
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The 4 Stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)

The 4 Stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)

The stage of lung cancer tells you the location of a tumor, its size, and…
September 23, 2024
From Safety to Approval: RET Lung Cancer Clinical Trial Phases
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From Safety to Approval: RET Lung Cancer Clinical Trial Phases

From Safety to Approval: RET Lung Cancer Clinical Trial Phases

The clinical trials phased approach ensures that new treatments are thoroughly evaluated before they are…
September 16, 2024
Getting a Second Opinion for Your Lung Cancer Diagnosis
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Getting a Second Opinion for Your Lung Cancer Diagnosis

Getting a Second Opinion for Your Lung Cancer Diagnosis

Let's explore the importance of getting a second opinion for lung cancer, when to seek…
September 9, 2024
Mapping the Route: Exploring the Spread of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
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Mapping the Route: Exploring the Spread of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Mapping the Route: Exploring the Spread of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Understanding how and why RET-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) spreads could be the key…
September 3, 2024
On the Passing of Susan Wojcicki
On the Passing of Susan Wojcick
On the Passing of Susan Wojcicki

On the Passing of Susan Wojcicki

It is rare that someone steps into your life and truly changes it without even…
August 30, 2024
Why Lung Cancer Biomarker Testing Matters for RET-Positive Patients
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Why Lung Cancer Biomarker Testing Matters for RET-Positive Patients

Why Lung Cancer Biomarker Testing Matters for RET-Positive Patients

Lung cancer biomarker testing is a crucial tool for RET-positive lung cancer patients and can…
August 19, 2024
RET-Positive Lung Cancer: Understanding its Impact on Non-Smokers
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RET-Positive Lung Cancer: Understanding its Impact on Non-Smokers

RET-Positive Lung Cancer: Understanding its Impact on Non-Smokers

Discover how RET-positive lung cancer uniquely impacts non-smokers, including younger women, and explore cutting-edge, personalized…
August 12, 2024
Enhance Wellbeing & Relieve Pain with Oncology Acupuncture
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Enhance Wellbeing & Relieve Pain with Oncology Acupuncture

Enhance Wellbeing & Relieve Pain with Oncology Acupuncture

Facing a cancer diagnosis can be a daunting journey involving medical treatments but also a…
August 5, 2024
Our Path Forward
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Our Path Forward

Our Path Forward

Our board member and co-founder, Ilana Stromberg, wants to share some exciting updates about The…
July 31, 2024
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