Articles for Tag: "lung cancer"

Are you breathing toxic air? 
Are you breathing toxic air?
Despite continued improvements in quality, millions of Americans still breathe dangerously polluted air.
The No. 1 cancer killer in the U.S. is the least likely to be screened 
The No. 1 cancer killer in the U.S. is the least likely to be screened
New research reveals one group of high-risk individuals isn’t getting checked.
A simple screening saved my life  Featured
A simple screening saved my life
At the age of 65, Mary Debrick-Johnson got a lung screening even though she had no symptoms or signs of cancer. When the results came in, they found a tumor.
5 things you don’t know about tobacco  Featured
5 things you don’t know about tobacco
Did you know smoking can cause your hair to gray prematurely? A community health specialist shares some surprising facts.
Carbohydrates linked to lung cancer 
Carbohydrates linked to lung cancer
Smoking isn’t the only risk factor for America’s deadliest cancer, a new study finds.
Graphic images on cigarette packs may encourage smokers to quit 
Graphic images on cigarette packs may encourage smokers to quit
More effective warning labels could have a big impact on public health, a new study suggests.
3 reasons to get a colonoscopy 
3 reasons to get a colonoscopy
Do not delay in getting this lifesaving screening.