Over the past few years, lung cancer no longer remains among men only but is also on the rise among women. This is primarily due to shifts in smoking habits and environmental…
Category: Lung Cancer Risk
Study: Wildfire Smoke Exposure Affects Lung Cancer Survival
Wildfire Smoke is more toxic in comparison with normal air pollution. It contains traces of chemicals, metals and other synthetic materials in addition to soil and biological materials. A California study has…
Predicting Lung Cancer Risk with AI based Deep Learning Model
New research has been presented during the American Thoracic Society 2025 International Conference. This new deep learning model was able to predict lung cancer risk by using low-dose CT screening exam. The…
Study: Western Diet Associated with Increased Risk of Lung Cancer
Latest research from the University of Florida Health Cancer Center (UF) has suggested that poor diet can increase lung cancer risk. These findings were published in Nature Metabolism. It has revealed an…
Patients With Existing Lung Problems Are More Susceptible To Lung Cancer
Lung cancer remains the leading cause behind cancer related deaths in both men and women. The mortality rates are higher largely due to lung cancer diagnosis at a later stage. A new…
Association Between Family History Of Lung Cancer And Its Risk
The main cause behind lung cancer remains smoking but it is also prevalent in persons who have never smoked. About 20% of people who have never smoked, get lung cancer. This can…
Vaping and E-Cigarettes – Understanding Lung Cancer Risk Involved
Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions for your health, especially considering the risks of lung cancer. Many people want to quit but cannot due to their old habit. Using Vaping…
Understanding Lung Cancer Gene Mutations
Typically, lung cancer is not an inherited disease. It is caused by smoking, long-term exposure to radon or other chemicals in their environment for most of the patients. But, this exposure leads…