Comprehensive screening programs that detect lung cancer early and improve patients' chances of survival are lacking across the country, says a report by Lung Cancer Canada, an advocacy and ...

The data in the reports show a comprehensive picture of cancer screening programs across all provinces and territories. Key findings include: Lung cancer screening: Six provinces (British Columbia, ...

“Our new lung cancer screening program will mean more treatment options, faster recovery and better outcomes for people around the province.” 0:32 New studies show new hope for lung cancer ...

TORONTO – Comprehensive screening programs that detect lung cancer early and improve patients’ chances of survival are lacking across the country, says a report by Lung Cancer Canada, an ...

Lung Cancer Canada is calling on all provinces, especially P.E.I. where lung cancer is the leading killer, to set up screening programs. CBC News · Posted: Nov 27, 2014 8:32 AM EST | Last Updated ...

VANCOUVER—The British Columbia government has announced a new lung cancer screening program that is the first of its kind in Canada and aimed at early diagnosis of the deadliest form of the disease.

The U.S. task force, in revised guidelines released in 2021, recommended annual screening for people 50 to 80 with a 20 pack-year history who still smoke or who quit less than 15 years ago. Last ...

TORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Lung Health Alliance (NLHA) acknowledges today’s approval of Canada’s $32.5 billion Big Tobacco settlement, but Canada’s most ...

B.C. is launching a new lung cancer screening program — the first of its kind in Canada — Premier John Horgan announced Monday. The program is exepcted to be fully operational by 2022. Horgan ...

VANCOUVER – The British Columbia government has announced a new lung cancer screening program that is the first of its kind in Canada and aimed at early diagnosis of the deadliest form of the di ...

In Canada, it is estimated that 72% of lung cancers are attributed to smoking. Today's settlement decision can't undo decades of harm, but we believe that these funds can be put to good use - ...

TORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Lung Health Alliance (NLHA) acknowledges today’s approval of Canada’s $32.5 billion Big Tobacco settlement, but Canada’s most ...