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November 9th is National Lung Cancer Screening Day

November 9th is National Lung Cancer Screening Day

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Screenings could prevent 48,000 deaths each year. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that people aged 50 to 80, who have a smoking history of 20 pack-years or more, get annual low-dose CT scans.

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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths in New York State, affecting both smokers and non-smokers. Regular screenings and healthcare consultations can enable early diagnosis. Visit the NY Lung Cancer Screening Locator website to find a location near you.

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About the New York State Cancer Consortium

The New York State Cancer Consortium is a network of individuals and organizations who work together to reduce the burden of cancer by implementing strategies outlined in the NYS Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan. Click Here for more information about what we do and how to get involved.

Become a Member Today!

Become a Member Today!

As a Consortium Member, you can provide guidance on many of the cancer issues that face New York.

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Did You Know?

Did You Know?

The 2018-2023 NYS Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan can be used by individuals and organizations of all kinds to help reduce the burden of cancer in New York State. Click Here to find strategies and best practices that you can use today.

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My participation in the Consortium has opened my eyes to a new way of thinking.

Anita McFarlane, Consortium Member

This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement Number, N5U58DP006309-04, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Research, Inc. or the NYS Department of Health.