Collaboratively
Making a Difference
In the Fight Against Lung Cancer
The mission of Rexanna’s Foundation for Fighting Lung Cancer is first and foremost to support efforts focused on increasing the survival rate of lung cancer patients. This is supported by 3 goals:
Rexanna Hawkins, 49, died of lung cancer on June 21, 2006. Never a smoker, Rexanna found out she had lung cancer on April 21, 2006.
Known for her fiery spirit, competitiveness, huge heart and loyalty – Rexanna impacted many former students, coaches, colleagues, and friends not to mention the future lives her wishes of giving back will impact through the creation of Rexanna’s Foundation.
Lung Cancer
Facts
80%
Non-Smokers
Nearly 80% of new lung cancer cases are former and never smokers
27%
Cancer Deaths
Lung cancer accounts for 27% of all cancer deaths
17%
Survival Rate
The survival rate of lung cancer is only 17%
6%