Lung cancer survival in Louisiana among worst in U.S., but new treatments can help
Louisiana residents have one of the highest lung cancer death rates in the country, even as groundbreaking treatments in recent years have dramatically boosted survival chances. Louisiana’s five-year survival rate for lung cancer,
Lung cancer survival rate improves but the disease still remains leading cause of cancer deaths
The survival rate for people with lung cancer is improving, according to the new State of Lung Cancer report. The American Lung Association report says there have been important advances in early detection and treatments but lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths.
State of Lung Cancer report puts New York near top for positive outcomes
The American Lung Association's new 2024 “State of Lung Cancer” report ranks New York in the top 5 states for early diagnosis, surgery and survival.
Alabama among worst states for lung cancer survival, report finds
Alabama ranks near the bottom of the nation for lung cancer survival, with just over one-fifth of diagnosed patients surviving beyond five years. According to a November report from the American Lung Association,
Lung cancer survival rate improves: Research
More than 20 percent of cases go untreated due to lack of provider or patient knowledge, stigma associated with lung cancer, fatalism after diagnosis, or cost of treatment, according to the report. People of color are the most threatened by the cancer and ...
Report finds big improvement in lung cancer survival
More people with lung cancer are living longer, but it remains America's deadliest cancer, a new state-by-state report shows.
There's Been a Big Improvement in Lung Cancer Survival
"This year's 'State of Lung Cancer' report provides a path for states and the federal government to take to improve the lives of people living with this devastating disease," Wimm
Survival prospect improving for deadliest cancer
Survival rates jumped for the leading cause of cancer deaths, lung cancer, but a new report from the American Lung Association finds that far too few people eligible are undergoing early screenings. Just 16% of people eligible for early screening were tested for cancer,
New report shows lung cancer survival rate has improved in the last five years
The American Lung Association report says there have been important advances in early detection and treatments but lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths. Stephanie Stahl reports.
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New Report: Lung Cancer Survival Rate Improves, But Gaps in Biomarker Testing and Lack of Screening Hinder Progress
American Lung Association’s ‘State of Lung Cancer’ report reveals stark differences in survival, screening and treatment across states ...
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Asthma or COPD: How Symptoms Could Mask Signs of Lung Cancer
Certain chronic conditions that affect the lungs, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), can have ...
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American Lung Association uncovers stark differences in lung cancer survival, screening and treatment across states
A new report from the American Lung Association reveals both progress and persistent challenges in the fight against lung ...
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Radiotherapy and EGFR-TKIs May Improve Treatment Outcomes in Lung Cancer
CURE® spoke with a lung cancer treatment expert about study findings showing survival benefits with the addition of ...
Colorado Man’s Lung Cancer Care With Immunotherapy
When Ed O. went to the ER for shortness of breath and trembling, he never imagined he’d receive a diagnosis of unresectable ...
Local doctor discusses lung cancer symptoms, importance of getting screened
Catching it early is essential. Oftentimes, by the time people have symptoms of lung cancer, it’s too late as is." ...
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This Blood Test Can Help to Detect Whether or Not You Have Lung Cancer
“It’s the first clinically validated test on the market,” Zaidi told Pittsburgh Magazine. “And one of the most highly ...