Smoking cigarettes is the biggest risk factor for lung cancer and causes about 80% of deaths from the disease. But people who don’t smoke can develop lung cancer too. A new study found that out of 100 people in the United States

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, you can use these tips and resources to help lift your holiday spirits if you or someone close to you is sick with cancer or another serious illness this year.

If you’re a smoker, quitting is a good idea no matter how long you’ve had the habit. And you don’t have to wait to reap the benefits. They start to kick in almost immediately.

A harsh truth about lung cancer is that it doesn’t usually cause symptoms until the cancer has spread, which makes difficult to treat. That’s why the idea of screening – looking for lung cancer in people who do not have any symptoms – is appealing.