Why We Walk
We walk for people. For patients and their loved ones. For colleagues and neighbors. For everyone affected by lung disease. We walk because together we can defeat lung cancer and lung disease one step at a time.
What is a LUNG FORCE Hero?
LUNG FORCE Heroes are people living with or a survivor of lung cancer or lung disease.
What is a LUNG FORCE Champion?
LUNG FORCE Champions are caregivers, family, friends and co-workers who know or have lost someone to lung cancer or lung disease.
Heroes and Champions can share their powerful voices on our website! These real-life stories help raise awareness and educate the public about what it’s like to have lung cancer or lung disease.
Heroes and Champions may be asked to share their story at a LUNG FORCE Walk Kickoff event, Corporate Recruitment event and/or on Walk Day.
If you're interested in learning more, please contact Lisa Burdzy. We also invite you to Share Your Voice and read about others’ experiences too. Everyone's story is unique, and we appreciate you getting involved! is unique, and we appreciate you getting involved and becoming a LUNG FORCE Hero!
Meet some of our LUNG FORCE Heroes
Milli W.'s Story
Christy F.'s Story
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