Four things to know about screening for lung cancer (Infographic)

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Screening for lung cancer involves a test that can detect a cancer before there are any symptoms. Screening for certain types of cancer has been shown to reduce deaths by detecting cancers early and allowing for earlier and more effective treatment.
Lung cancer screening uses ultra low-dose CT scans of the lungs, performed on a yearly basis, to find lung cancer before there are any symptoms. Learn about the top four facts you need to know about this life-saving screening.