The average person breathes in and out 22,000 per day. Twenty-two thousand times each day, your lungs complete a critical, life-sustaining function, and most of the time, it happens without you even noticing it. For this and so many reasons, every August 1, we celebrate World Lung Cancer Day. It is a time to reflect on the vital role of our lungs and commit to making the kind of lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk of lung cancer, an often preventable form of cancer. So this year, take a deep breath and give thanks for your ability to do so. If you are one of the millions of people struggling to quit smoking, talk to your doctor or contact the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Smoking Cessation program at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that 38.5 percent of people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and contributes to the most cancer deaths. Fortunately, it is also among the most preventable.
There are two primary forms of lung cancer:
The most significant risk factor for lung cancer is smoking. The length and frequency with which a person smokes can increase the risk of developing lung cancer. In addition, individuals who have never smoked but have been exposed to regular second-hand smoke or other toxins can be at risk of lung cancer.
Most lung cancer symptoms are respiratory. The most common indicators include:
The most critical step that you can take to reduce your chance of developing lung cancer is to quit smoking or help those around you quit if you are regularly exposed to second-hand smoke. If you need to quit smoking but have struggled to quit in the past, talk to your doctor. They will be your greatest advocate and help identify the most effective treatment plan depending on your symptoms, history, other health complications, and lifestyle factors. If you’ve been waiting for a powerful impetus to take the first step toward a smoke-free lifestyle, look no further than World Lung Cancer Day. In honor of the 154,050 Americans who will lose their lives this year due to lung cancer, commit to getting help today.
The average person breathes in and out 22,000 per day. Twenty-two thousand times each day, your lungs complete a critical, life-sustaining function, and most of the time, it happens without you even noticing it. For this and so many reasons, every August 1, we celebrate World Lung Cancer Day. It is a time to reflect on the vital role of our lungs and commit to making the kind of lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk of lung cancer, an often preventable form of cancer. So this year, take a deep breath and give thanks for your ability to do so. If you are one of the millions of people struggling to quit smoking, talk to your doctor or contact the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Smoking Cessation program at 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that 38.5 percent of people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and contributes to the most cancer deaths. Fortunately, it is also among the most preventable.
There are two primary forms of lung cancer:
The most significant risk factor for lung cancer is smoking. The length and frequency with which a person smokes can increase the risk of developing lung cancer. In addition, individuals who have never smoked but have been exposed to regular second-hand smoke or other toxins can be at risk of lung cancer.
Most lung cancer symptoms are respiratory. The most common indicators include:
The most critical step that you can take to reduce your chance of developing lung cancer is to quit smoking or help those around you quit if you are regularly exposed to second-hand smoke. If you need to quit smoking but have struggled to quit in the past, talk to your doctor. They will be your greatest advocate and help identify the most effective treatment plan depending on your symptoms, history, other health complications, and lifestyle factors. If you’ve been waiting for a powerful impetus to take the first step toward a smoke-free lifestyle, look no further than World Lung Cancer Day. In honor of the 154,050 Americans who will lose their lives this year due to lung cancer, commit to getting help today.
