Lung cancer screening to save lives

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women, with 18,710 new diagnoses in Florida, estimated for 2018 alone.

However, there is a new opportunity to turn the tide on this deadly disease with newly available lung cancer screening, which can diagnose the disease at an early stage when it is most curable.

During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the American Lung Association stated that lung cancer awareness is more important than ever, as lung cancer screening, which saves lives, could save lives. thousands of lives.

"Screening for the disease can make all the difference, and if lung cancer is detected before it spreads, the probability of survival of five years or more increases to 56%," said Lance Boucher, Senior Director, Division of the American Lung Association. "We need to make sure people know about lung cancer and its risk factors and talk to their doctor if they're worried about their risk."

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