Lung Cancer: Symptoms, Stages, and Treatment

What Is Lung Cancer?

Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissue of the...

Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissue of the lungs. As more of these cells are produced, they can form into a tumor and spread to the surrounding body tissue, lymph nodes, and bloodstream.

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7 Causes of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers

Yes, smoking is the main cause of lung cancer, but non-smokers can get it t...

Yes, smoking is the main cause of lung cancer, but non-smokers can get it too. Here are a few of the reasons why.

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How to Know If You Should Get Screened for Lung Cancer

Finding lung cancer early can save lives. But should you get tested?

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These Foods and Eating Habits May Increase Your Risk of Lung Cancer

When it comes to lung cancer, smoking, secondhand smoke, and other inhaled ...

When it comes to lung cancer, smoking, secondhand smoke, and other inhaled toxins are by far the biggest risk. But some research suggests that foods or certain ingredients can be a problem too.

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15 Reasons You're Short of Breath

Can't catch your breath? Here's what could be to blame.

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The Lung Cancer Symptoms You Need to Know, Even If You've Never Smoked

Lung cancer is the number one cancer killer of women. Three survivors with ...

Lung cancer is the number one cancer killer of women. Three survivors with no history of smoking share the signs that led to a diagnosis they never expected.

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The Difference Between Small Cell and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

A lung cancer diagnosis can be confusing. Here are the two major types of l...

A lung cancer diagnosis can be confusing. Here are the two major types of lung cancer, and their symptoms and treatments.

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This 30-Year-Old Personal Trainer Has Stage 4 Lung Cancer. You Wouldn't Know It by Looking at Her

For months, Vicky Veness was misdiagnosed with asthma. Her viral Facebook p...

For months, Vicky Veness was misdiagnosed with asthma. Her viral Facebook photo proves that you don't always look sick when you have a life-threatening illness.

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Yes, There's Such a Thing as Third-Hand Smoke. Here's What You Need to Know

In this book excerpt, the author of "An Empowering Guide to Lung Cancer: Si...

In this book excerpt, the author of "An Empowering Guide to Lung Cancer: Six Steps to Taking Charge of Your Care and Your Life" explains a little-known health risk of tobacco.