Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. It is broadly classified into small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. The latter accounts for about 80% of the…
Why Quitting Smoking Is So Hard and Its Link to Lung Cancer
Everyone is aware of the fact that smoking leads to serious health issues including lung cancer and even death. But, still, one finds it very difficult to quit smoking. Why is that…
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…
Understanding Differences Between LUAD and LUSC in Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the leading causes of cancer-related deaths all across the globe. It is mainly categorized into small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD)…
Understanding the Role of MicroRNA in Lung Cancer
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non-protein coding RNAs that play an important role in development, diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer. They are member of non-coding RNA and are known to be critical…
Scientists Identify Feature of Aggressive NSCLC
According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the country. Also, 85% of lung cancers are classified as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)….
Study: Lung Cancer Cells Can Develop Their Own Electric Network
Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) accounts for about 13% of all lung cancer cases. Though there have been many advancements in the treatment, prognosis remain very poor for the patients. Most of…
Recent Study Reveals Link Between Air Pollution and Lung Cancer In Non-Smokers
Lung cancer is not only restricted to smokers but non-smokers are also getting trapped in its vicious circle. Air pollution is the main reason behind lung cancer among non-smokers. According to the…