A chest X-ray or CT scan often incidentally finds lung nodules which are small growths While most lung nodules are benign ...
A study found a "significant" link between the frequency of chest X-ray referrals and improved survival rates for lung cancer ...
This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Miriam Alexander about advances in lung cancer treatment in recent years. Dr. Alexander ...
Since 2013, guidelines have recommended using low-dose CT chest scans to screen for lung cancer in older heavy smokers. But those guidelines were updated in 2021 to start screening at 50 instead ...
Due to the destructive nature of COPD on patients’ lungs and well-being, timely diagnosis is key, and integrating spirometry ...
It came out of nowhere for Elizabeth Williams. Life-changing news started with what seemed like a simple cough.
A total of 2% of the eligible population was diagnosed with lung cancer after a positive screen on baseline CT, amounting to ...
ESTHER Rantzen’s daughter has given a heartbreaking health update on her mum’s condition as she lives with terminal lung ...
A groundbreaking study has revealed a significant link between the frequency of chest x-ray referrals from GPs and earlier diagnosis and improved survival rates for lung cancer patients.
People can access free or low-cost scans, “but screening is not a one-time deal. Patients should get a scan annually, and ...