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  How Asbestos Still Threatens Your Health

  March 16, 2023

  Breathing in asbestos can lead to a variety of short-term and long-term health effects. Learn how you can protect yourself from asbestos.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pittsburgh Poison Center

  Categorized as: Safety

  Tagged with: abatement, asbestos, safety

  

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  Lung Cancer Awareness: Q&A With Dr. Ryan Levy

  February 9, 2024

  Ryan Levy, MD discusses treatment options, early warning signs, and what you need to know about lung cancer screening.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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  Lung Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community

  February 8, 2024

  Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, responsible for one in five cancer deaths. However, some people have a higher risk of lung cancer than others.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals

  February 28, 2023

  Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, but early detection and treatment can save lives.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

  Tagged with: Consideration, Provider

  

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  Lung Cancer in Nonsmokers: Know the Risk Factors

  July 27, 2023

  Roughly 60% to 70% of never-smokers diagnosed with the disease have a type of non-small cell lung cancer called adenocarcinomas. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

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  Understanding the Stigma of Lung Cancer

  July 27, 2023

  Lung cancer is common, but many people view it as a "smoker's disease." It's important to understand and fight against this stigma.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

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  How Do Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?

  March 15, 2022

  Although smoking and secondhand smoke exposure are still the primary risk factors for lung cancer, nonsmokers are diagnosed with this deadly disease at significant rates, too.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

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  Six Things You Need to Know About Lung Nodules and Lung Cancer

  July 13, 2023

  Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, in part because it has no symptoms.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

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  Lung Cancer Prevention: 7 Tips to Reduce Your Risk

  July 13, 2023

  Remember when your mom always told you “what you do now will catch up with you when you’re older?” She wasn’t lying.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Pinnacle Health