Understanding Lung Cancer Disparities in America
Black/African American people face lung cancer death rates more than twice those of White people. This shows deep lung cancer […]
Long-Term Risks of Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer
Did you know radiation therapy for breast cancer can raise the risk of heart issues? Studies show that getting over
Life Expectancy: 80-Year-Old with Lung Cancer
In the United States, an 80-year-old can expect to live about 9.1 more years. This is a big change from
Health Risks: Who’s Most Vulnerable to Disease?
Did you know heart disease is the top killer in the U.S. for all genders? It takes more lives annually
Lung Cancer Types: Common Forms & Bleeding Lesions
About 234,580 new lung cancer cases will be found in the U.S. in 2024. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) makes
Back Pain as a Symptom of Lung Cancer
About 25% of those diagnosed with lung cancer have reported back pain. This fact is concerning, mainly because back pain
Understanding Brain Metastasis from Lung Cancer
Lung cancer often spreads to the brain, affecting about 15–20% of adults with non-small cell lung cancer at first diagnosis.
How Long Does Someone With Lung Cancer Live | Survival
Less than 16% of lung cancers are caught early. Yet, the five-year survival rate is only 18.6%. This makes lung
Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening: What to Know
In 2020, the United States saw 228,820 new lung cancer cases. This made it the top cause of cancer deaths.
Genetic Testing for Lung Cancer Risk: What to Know
Did you know about the huge role smoking plays in lung cancer in the U.S.? It’s behind 87% of all