Lung Cancer – The Deadliest Cancer in the U.S. Screening & Early Detection Are Key Kevin Davidson, MD, WakeMed Pulmonology & Critical Care While lung cancer is only the third most common cancer in the United States behind skin and breast cancer, what most people don’t realize is that more people die in the US […]
Myth #1 – If I quit smoking, I don’t need lung cancer screening because I’m no longer at risk for lung cancer. Based on research, lung cancer screenings are recommended for current as well as former smokers. Smoking is linked to the vast majority of lung cancer cases. However, according to the American Cancer Society, […]
This year alone, the American Cancer Society estimates that more than 234,030 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer, making it the second most common cancer for both men and women. Lung cancer screenings are an important tool in diagnosing abnormalities early, and are estimated to save 1 life per 217 persons screened. Dr. Alden […]
Each year, millions of adults and children, are impacted by lung disease. Dr. Judy Kuhn, with WakeMed Pulmonary and Critical Care, discusses some of the most common diseases and their symptoms. Addressing symptoms early can be beneficial in diagnosing and managing lung diseases. Asthma Asthma, one of the most common lung diseases in the world, […]
Pneumonia is a scary diagnosis that is often surprising for parents because children do not seem to be “that sick.” Parents expect a diagnosis of pneumonia in a child who has blue lips and skin, high fever or other dramatic signs of the illness. In fact, Pneumonia can be due to many different viruses and […]
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