LiveLung is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting lung cancer patients, survivors, and their care partners.

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HIGH POINT, NC (September 11, 2025) LiveLung, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting lung cancer patients, survivors, and their care partners, today announced the launch of its new 

, a national initiative designed to address the spiritual needs of the lung cancer community.

, the program will provide patients, survivors, and caregivers with access to spiritual care and guidance alongside LiveLung’s existing educational, peer support, and advocacy programs. This initiative is the first of its kind at LiveLung to formally integrate chaplaincy services, ensuring that emotional and spiritual well-being are recognized as essential components of comprehensive lung cancer care.

“This is for all. It doesn’t matter what religion, what denomination, whether you’re agnostic or atheist, we want to have everyone walk away feeling loved.” says Alex Mercer, Senior Ordained Chaplain and national lead of the program. “It doesn’t matter who you are and what the need is, I want to just give you an outlet, a confidential outlet, to emote through the problem.”

LiveLung’s Chaplain Program offers free, confidential, and compassionate spiritual guidance, prayer, and/or reflective support to anyone impacted by lung cancer. It complements the nonprofit’s existing initiatives, including monthly educational meetings, peer support groups, and advocacy programs, further strengthening the holistic care LiveLung provides to the lung cancer community.

Watch an interview with Alex Mercer about the new Chaplain Program on LiveLung’s YouTube channel here: 

For more information about LiveLung’s Chaplain Program, or to connect with a LiveLung chapter, visit 

LiveLung is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to improve health outcomes by advancing lung cancer education, early detection, and compassion for lung cancer patients. We do this by hosting a network of monthly educational community lung cancer patient groups. We also provide resource bags to dozens of cancer centers, where nurse navigators give them to newly diagnosed lung cancer patients.

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LiveLung, a nonprofit organization supporting the lung cancer community, has launched a Chaplain Program to address spiritual needs. Led by Senior Ordained Chaplain Alex Mercer, the initiative offers free, confidential spiritual care to patients, survivors, and caregivers, regardless of religious beliefs. This program complements LiveLung's existing educational, peer support, and advocacy efforts, emphasizing the importance of emotional and spiritual well-being in comprehensive lung cancer care. The Chaplain Program aims to provide a compassionate outlet for those impacted by lung cancer, enhancing holistic support.

LiveLung announced the launch of its new Chaplain Program.

LiveLung Launches Chaplain Program to Support Holistic Well-Being of Lung Cancer Patients and Care Partners

Allison Brodderick, CEO and Founder of Three Rivers Community Care

PITTSBURGH, PA (September 5, 2025) LiveLung, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting lung cancer patients, survivors, and their care partners, invites the Pittsburgh community to its monthly educational meeting on Thursday, September 11th, at 11:30 a.m. The meeting, which includes a complimentary lunch and parking, will take place at Hyatt House Pittsburgh/ Bloomfield/ Shadyside at 5335 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15224.

The featured speaker will be Allison Brodderick, CEO and Founder of Three Rivers Community Care, who will present “

Music Therapy: Unlocking The Healing Power of Music

Brodderick, a board-certified music therapist, holds degrees from Duquesne University in Music Therapy and the University of Pittsburgh in Psychology. Since founding Three Rivers Community Care in 2018, she has grown the organization while remaining closely connected to the individuals it serves. In addition to her leadership, she continues to engage directly with patients and families, believing it is essential to stay grounded in day-to-day care.

LiveLung’s educational meetings provide valuable resources and opportunities for lung cancer patients, survivors, and their care partners to learn, network, and build community. Each meeting features an expert guest speaker who shares insights to empower attendees with knowledge and support.

Lung cancer patients and their care partners are welcome to learn more and register at 

https://www.livelung.org/meetings/pittsburgh

LiveLung is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to improve health outcomes by advancing lung cancer education, early detection, and compassion for people impacted by lung cancer. We do this by hosting a network of monthly educational community lung cancer patient groups. We also provide resource bags to dozens of cancer centers, where nurse navigators give them to newly diagnosed lung cancer patients.

LiveLung invites the Pittsburgh community to its monthly educational meeting.

LiveLung Pittsburgh Hosts Music Therapy Presentation for Lung Cancer Community

LiveLung invites the Wilmington community to its monthly educational meeting: © stock.adobe.com.

WILMINGTON, NC- (July 29, 2025) LiveLung, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting lung cancer patients, survivors, and their care partners, invites the
Wilmington community to its monthly educational meeting on Thursday, August
7th, at 12:30 p.m. The meeting, which includes a complimentary lunch, will take

place at Hampton Inn Wilmington- Medical Park, 2320 S 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.

This month’s guest speaker is Morgan Carson, PA-C, a certified physician assistant in Radiation Oncology at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical
Center. Carson is an experienced member of the multidisciplinary cancer care team and brings a patient-centered approach to lung cancer treatment and survivorship care.

She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from South University in Savannah, Georgia, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

For more information, visit LiveLung.org. Lung Cancer patients and their care partners can RSVP to the meetings at http://livelung.org/meetings/wilmington.

LiveLung, a nonprofit organization supporting lung cancer patients, invites the Wilmington community to its monthly educational meeting on August 7th. The event, featuring a complimentary lunch, will be held at Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park. Morgan Carson, PA-C, a certified physician assistant in Radiation Oncology, will be the guest speaker, offering insights into lung cancer treatment and survivorship care. LiveLung's meetings provide valuable resources, networking opportunities, and expert knowledge to empower lung cancer patients, survivors, and their care partners. More information and RSVP details are available on LiveLung's website.

LiveLung invites the Wilmington community to its monthly educational meeting.

LiveLung Wilmington Welcomes PA-C Morgan Carson for August Educational Lung Cancer Survivor Meeting

The August LiveLung Virtual meeting will feature 

HIGH POINT, NC (August 5, 2025) The August LiveLung Virtual meeting will feature Nitin Ohri, MD, MS, Board Certified Radiation Oncologist and Professor of Radiation Oncology at Montefiore Einstein.

This free virtual educational meeting, held on Wednesday, August 13 at 12:00 pm ET, is designed to help lung cancer patients and their care partners navigate the complex considerations that often accompany a lung cancer diagnosis.

During this virtual meeting, lung cancer survivors and their care partners will have the opportunity to learn directly from one of the nation’s leading minds in radiation oncology. In his presentation, 

“The Role of Radiation Oncology in Lung Cancer Treatment,”

 Dr. Ohri will break down how radiation fits into the overall treatment plan, share the latest advances in technology, and offer insights on what to expect throughout the treatment and recovery journey.

Dr. Ohri is a nationally recognized radiation oncologist whose work bridges cutting-edge research and compassionate clinical care. His research focuses on improving lung cancer treatment by combining novel imaging tools, wearable technology, and immunotherapy with radiation. He leads multiple clinical trials aimed at personalizing care and enhancing outcomes for cancer patients. Widely published and frequently invited to present his findings, Dr. Ohri is also a dedicated peer reviewer and active member of major oncology societies. His innovative approach to data-driven cancer care has earned him numerous awards and honors in the field.

https://www.livelung.org/meetings/virtual

The upcoming LiveLung Virtual meeting will feature Dr. Nitin Ohri, a renowned radiation oncologist, who will discuss the role of radiation oncology in lung cancer treatment. This free educational session aims to assist lung cancer patients and their care partners in understanding treatment complexities. Dr. Ohri will cover the integration of radiation in treatment plans, recent technological advancements, and expectations during treatment and recovery. His research focuses on enhancing lung cancer treatment through innovative methods, and he actively contributes to the oncology community through clinical trials and peer reviews.

The August LiveLung Virtual meeting will feature Nitin Ohri, MD, MS, Board Certified Radiation Oncologist and Professor of Radiation Oncology at Montefiore Einstein.


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LiveLung Launches Chaplain Program to Support Holistic Well-Being of Lung Cancer Patients and Care Partners

LiveLung Pittsburgh Hosts Music Therapy Presentation for Lung Cancer Community

LiveLung Wilmington Welcomes PA-C Morgan Carson for August Educational Lung Cancer Survivor Meeting

National Recognized Radiation Oncologist Presenting at Virtual Lung Cancer Patient Educational Meeting

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