lung cancer

Screening for Lung Cancer Might Benefit Those at Highest Risk

Sun, 20 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

But it's not appropriate for most people, researchers say

Older Lung Cancer Patients Less Likely to Be Treated

Fri, 04 May 2012 12:00:00 EST

Researchers say doctors shouldn't be so quick to write off older people

Screening for Other Health Problems May Aid COPD Survival

Fri, 04 May 2012 09:00:00 EST

Cancers, heart conditions, diabetes among the diseases that were linked to study patient deaths

Healthy Weight Loss May Cut Your Cancer Risk

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:00:00 EST

New study found decrease in inflammation warning signals.

Healthy Behaviors Extend Life After Cancer, Experts Say

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:00:00 EST

Eating well, exercising and maintaining normal weight boost survival, American Cancer Society finds

Warnings on Cigarette Packs May Keep Ex-Smokers From Relapse

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:00:00 EST

International study finds that deterrent images, messages help those who say they matter

Healthy Lifestyle Choices Could Cut Cancer Rates: Report

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST

But researchers say lawmakers, private industry need to do more to encourage change

Avastin No Benefit to Older Lung Cancer Patients: Study

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:00:00 EST

Adding drug to chemotherapy regimen does not prolong life for those with advanced disease, experts say

Lung Cancer Screening Might Pay Off, Analysis Shows

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:00:00 EST

Study suggests CT scans of those at high risk for developing disease could be cost-effective

Early Study Finds Some Promise for Lung Cancer Vaccine

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EST

Although not a cure, it appeared to prolong life in some cases of non-small cell disease

FDA Calls on Tobacco Companies to List Harmful Ingredients

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:00:00 EST

Manufacturers must also back up claims that certain products are 'safer' to smoke

States' Efforts to Boost Cigarette Taxes Slows: CDC

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

Agency says more can be done to raise the cost of smoking, which is known to boost quit rates

Stigma, Shame Can Worsen Depression in Lung Cancer Patients

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

They may believe -- rightly or not -- that others blame them for diagnosis

U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:00:00 EST

But incidence of cancers linked to obesity increasing, researchers find

Appeals Court Backs FDA Move for Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:00:00 EST

Ohio decision runs counter to ruling by Washington, D.C.-based judge in February

Study: Smoking Laws Prevented 800,000 Lung Cancer Deaths

Jason Koebler — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:15:00 EST

A U.S. Surgeon General report published in 1964 changed the landscape of smoking in America.

Anti-Smoking Efforts Saved 795,000 Lives Over 25 Years: Study

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:00:00 EST

Public smoking bans, higher cigarette taxes, increased risk awareness all helped

Many Docs Order Unneeded Lung Cancer Screening Tests: Survey

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST

Not only wasteful, tests can lead to unnecessary treatments for patients

Judge Blocks Plan for Graphic Cigarette Warnings

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:00:00 EST

Says the FDA mandate amounts to a violation of constitutional right to free speech

Why Cancer Symptoms May Elude M.D.

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST

Young age, vague complaints, language barriers may delay diagnosis, study says

New Blood Thinner May Prevent Blood Clots During Cancer Treatment

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:00:00 EST

Semuloparin reduced risk by 64 percent during chemotherapy, study found

Radiation After Lung Cancer Surgery Doesn't Help All: Study

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST

Treatment may not extend life for older patients with locally advanced disease

Exercise a Good Pick-Me-Up After Cancer Treatment: Study

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST

Aerobic, resistance and strength training improved weight and well-being

Test Might Predict Risk of Lung Cancer's Return

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:00:00 EST

But it's not clear yet how helpful the molecular exam will be, experts say

At More U.S. Workplaces, Smokers Need Not Apply

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST

Experts weigh in as another large health care provider decides to hire nonsmokers only