Lung Cancer

Intensified Lung Cancer Radiation Treatment

Researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center found an innovative approach to improve control of locally advanced lung cancer tumors while preserving more normal tissue. It involves a midtreatment PET-CT scan using the radioactive tracer fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) and then individualizing escalated radiation to the target region the tracer identifies.

Read more about Intensified Lung Cancer Radiation Treatment

Up in Smoke Men and Lung Cancer

Men face a very high risk of lung cancer. It is the third leading cause of death, right behind prostate and colon cancer. Overall, lung cancer is also the third most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. The best thing a man -- or anyone -- can do to reduce this risk is to quit smoking or never start.

Read more about Up in Smoke Men and Lung Cancer

Health coalition forms National Lung Cancer Roundtable to increase screening, reduce lung cancer deaths

The American Cancer Society and a coalition of leading professional, government and non-governmental organizations are coming together to form the National Lung Cancer Roundtable to accelerate the nation’s efforts to reduce mortality from lung cancer.