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Lung Cancer- A Journey of Endurance

Follow the inspiring journey of former athlete Rachael Drazan-Malmberg as she navigates the challenges of stage IV adenocarcinoma and metastasis. Discover the keys to overcoming adversity and the importance of education, support, and perseverance in preventing and treating lung cancer.

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Lung Cancer- A Journey of Endurance

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  1. Lung Cancer- A Journey of Endurance Former Collegiate and Olympic Level Athlete Rachael Drazan-Malmberg 2018 International Radon Symposium™

  2. USA Hockey University of Minnesota

  3. Diagnosis • April 21st, 2017 • Stage IV Adenocarcinoma • Metastasis • Brain • Mediastinum lymph nodes

  4. Development of Endurance Keys to overcoming challenges: • Desire • Discipline • Perseverance • Passion • Support

  5. Trial & Achievement • Failure is opportunity for growth and future success Investigative Report • Result of persistence: • MN Governor responded and mandated testing & reporting • Increased awareness & testing • Identified 6 additional schools requiring mitigation

  6. Making it Personal The work I do can help prevent Lung Cancer and potentially save lives by completing the following actions:  • Educating clients, myself, and others in the industry  • Speaking to others about lung cancer causes • Working with city and state representatives to reduce environmental factors • All of the above 

  7. Bias & Stigma • Changing bias & stigma is step one to awareness • Education and small facts establish meaning If you have lungs, you are susceptible Environmental factors are least known cause Mitigation saves lives

  8. Bias & Stigma According to the Lung Cancer Project, three out of four people have a negative bias toward people with lung cancer? • True • False You did it to your self You look normal How long did you smoke? That’s a tough road you’ve selected

  9. Facts • According to the World Health Organization, air pollution causes cancer; of the 3.2 million deaths air pollution causes worldwide, how many deaths are from Lung Cancer?  • a. 223,000 • b. 332,000 • c. 432,000 • d. 523,000

  10. Key Take – Away’s The 3 E’s: • Education • Engagement • Early Screening

  11. Questions

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