Lung Cancer
The Lung Cancer Initiative (LCI) for Metropolitan Chicago was launched in April 2005 in response to the enormous impact that lung cancer has on our communities. The LCI is a partnership between medical institutions, not for profit health and advocacy organizations, support organizations, advocates and those affected by lung cancer. An Advisory Board helps guide and support the activities. The LCI seeks to increase:
educational opportunities on lung cancer for patients, family members and medical and public health professionals, - support services for lung cancer patients and their families,
- awareness about recent advances in research, and the clinical research studies available,
- advocacy on lung cancer issues.
Click here to view a lung cancer fact sheet.
For more information, view list of organizations that can serve as additional resources and our materials page.
State of Illinois Lung Cancer Research Fund
RHAMC spearheaded efforts to create the Lung Cancer Research Fund check-off on the state income tax form. Dollars raised from this check-off will help fund much needed research on lung cancer. Contributions on the state income tax form, offer an easy way to donate to lung disease research. Concerned citizens will just need to write in an amount and add it to their tax payment or deduct it from their refund. Click here for a reminder to keep with your tax forms.
Current Events
Please click on the links below to view a list of events in and around Chicagoland to learn more about lung cancer. These lists represent the activities of the Lung Cancer Initiative and our partners. Activities include lung cancer networking and support groups, awareness and advocacy events, and professional educational opportunities.
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Contact Eileen Lowery at (312) 628-0217 if you have questions.