Lung cancer occurs most often in people over 50 who have a long history of cigarette smoking. READ MORE
Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer Kills an Alarming Number of Women — But There’s Hope
There are many misconceptions about risk factors and treatment options for lung cancer
Lung Cancer Report Delivers Good, Bad News
More Americans are surviving lung cancer in recent years, but very few people at high risk are getting the recommended screening.
Nasal Swab Could Help Gauge Smokers' Odds for Lung Cancer
Could this help separate high-risk patients from low-risk patients? Learn more about the research.
Lung Cancer Screening Can Detect Other Smoking Ills
CT lung cancer screening can detect other serious smoking-related conditions, such as heart disease, osteoporosis and emphysema.
Could a Blood Test Spot Lung Cancer Early?
Genetic blood testing is showing potential as a means of catching some early stage cancers, researchers are reporting.
New Treatments Tackling Tough Lung Cancer
Medical advances have led to "enormous" progress in treatments for the leading type of lung cancer, a new report shows.
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.