Tag: cancer survivors with one lung

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Carcinoid Cancer Foundation Releases “Lung Carcinoid” Video

January 16, 2013

According to the latest research, 28% of all carcinoids occur in the lung. Bronchial or lung carcinoids account for approximately 1% to 2% of all lung cancers in adults. “Lung Carcinoid” is the newest video in the Carcinoid Cancer Foundation’s 2012-2103

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Two Lung Carcinoid Survivors Inspire and Lead the Way

August 17, 2011

Deirdre Durant finished folding the last of 1,000 origami cranes only days before surgery to remove her left lung.  She was seeking to fulfill the ancient Japanese legend that promises anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted a wish by…

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