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Lung Cancer Kills More People Worldwide Than Other Cancer Types
Published on: July 29, 2024
ACS Researchers say that lung cancer can be largely prevented through effective tobacco control policies and regulations across the globe.
Cervical Cancer Leads Cancer Deaths for Women in 37 Countries
Published on: July 29, 2024
Cervical cancer is 100% preventable. Yet, ACS global cancer reports say every year 350,000 women globally die from the disease.
New Lung Cancer Screening Guideline Increases Eligibility
Published on: November 1, 2023
The updated ACS guideline recommends adults ages 50-80 who have a 20+ pack-year smoking history get screened with a low-dose CT scan each year.
Smoking Rates Historically Low, but Other Cancer-related Behaviors Need Improvement
Published on: May 19, 2021
About 45% of the total expected deaths in the US are from preventable causes such as cigarette smoking, excess body weight, and others. Learn more.
