November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to connect with community, raise awareness for the cause and come together as one united force to stand up to the leading cancer killer. According to the Centers for Disease Control, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the second most common cancer among both men and women in the United States.
The most important thing you can do to lower your lung cancer risk is to quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke.
If you quit smoking, even after smoking for many years, you can significantly reduce your chances of developing lung cancer.
People who have smoked for many years may want to think about screening for lung cancer. Talk to your doctor about lung cancer screening and the possible benefits and harms. Lung cancer screening is not a substitute for quitting smoking.
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