Lung Cancer Screenings
Only 15% of lung cancers are diagnosed at an early stage because often there are no symptoms. If you are, or were, a heavy smoker, you could be living with lung cancer, unaware.
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related death for men and women, outnumbering colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. Our lung cancer screening program offers those at risk for lung cancer the opportunity to screen for it before symptoms develop.
Take A Listen: Below, Dr. Murali Dharan discusses discusses the importance of lung cancer screenings, as well the benefits, risks, and the symptoms to look out for on Dignity Health's Hello Healthy podcast.
Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines
- Age: 55 to 80 with no signs or symptoms of lung cancer
- Smoking history: Active or former smoker with a 20 pack year history
- Active smoker: If you are an active smoker, we strongly urge you to enter a smoking cessation program
- Former smoker: If you are a former smoker, you must have quit within the past 15 years
Source: American Cancer Society
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To find out if you qualify for a lung cancer screening or for more information, please contact your primary care physician (PCP) or take a short assessment by clicking here.
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