Chicago Turns Turquoise for Lung Cancer Action Week

Next week the American Lung Association in Illinois will turn Chicago turquoise to raise awareness about lung cancer, honor those impacted and encourage residents to take action to help end the disease.

The annual Lung Cancer Action Week and Turquoise Takeover celebration (May 5-11) unites America to stand together to end lung cancer. Each year, the Lung Association turns the nation turquoise—the signature color of LUNG FORCE— by illuminating buildings and landmarks across the U.S., encouraging the public to wear turquoise and share their support on social media and highlighting the stories of those impacted by lung cancer to inspire hope and save lives

In Chicago, the Lung Association will illuminate the Willis Tower, the Merchandise Mart, Navy Pier’s Centennial Wheel, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Building, One and Two Prudential Plaza, the John Hancock Center, Soldier Field and more.

“In 2025 alone, it is estimated that 9,270 Illinois residents will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. But there is hope,” said Danielle Trojanek, Executive Director with the American Lung Association. “Thanks to advancements in early detection, treatment and research, the five-year survival rate has improved by 17% over the past five years in Illinois. Raising awareness and funds for lung cancer research is more important than ever and we encourage our community to get involved in Turquoise Takeover.”

Six Ways to Take Action This Week:

1. Join a local LUNG FORCE Walk or create a DIY Fundraiser to benefit those affected by lung cancer
2. Share your lung cancer story to raise awareness and inspire hope
3. Get screened for lung cancer if you are eligible
4. Test your home for radon
5. Learn about the latest educational information on lung cancer
6. Donate to help achieve a world free of lung cancer

Since 2014, LUNG FORCE has raised over $32 million for lifesaving lung cancer research, expanding its research commitment by 140%. In Illinois, Governor Pritzker and the General Assembly have dedicated $1 million in state funding to increasing lung cancer screening rates; the public can learn more about this initiative at lung.org/lcs-initiative. Through education, advocacy and research, LUNG FORCE is working to ensure that fewer people are diagnosed and those living with the disease live longer.

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths, with someone diagnosed approximately every two minutes in the U.S. Thankfully, survival rates have significantly increased, aided by improved early detection through screening and more than 65 new FDA-approved treatments since 2016.

To learn more and get involved during Lung Cancer Action Week and Turquoise Takeover, visit LUNGFORCE.org.

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