7 Causes of Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers
Yes, smoking is the main cause of lung cancer, but non-smokers can get it too. Here are a few of the reasons why.
4 Lung Cancer Treatment Options, Explained By Doctors
It's a scary diagnosis, but you still have choices.
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 lung cancer, and their symptoms and treatments.
The Stages of Lung Cancer, Explained
A patient’s prognosis depends a lot on how big their tumor is and how far it’s spread.
What Is Lung Cancer’s Survival Rate?
Lung cancer has a reputation as an always-fatal disease, but prognosis depends on the type of tumor and when it’s diagnosed.
How to Know If You Should Get Screened for Lung Cancer
Finding lung cancer early can save lives. But should you get tested?
My Doctor Misdiagnosed Me With Seasonal Allergies—but I Actually Had Lung Cancer That Spread to My Brain
At first, Gina Hollenbeck was told that her chronic cough was due to seasonal allergies, then a second doctor chalked it up to gastric reflux. It was a chest X-ray she insisted on paying for out of pocket that led to her terminal cancer diagnosis.
These 3 Women Were Each Diagnosed With Advanced Lung Cancer—Even Though They Never Smoked
Yes, you can get lung cancer even if you've never picked up the habit. These 3 women are proof.
The Strange 'Velvety' Appearance of This Woman's Palms Was Actually a Sign of Lung Cancer
She had a condition called "tripe palms"—and it's extremely rare.
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: Six Steps to Taking Charge of Your Care and Your Life" explains a little-known health risk of tobacco.
This Woman Posted a Photo of Her Curved Nail on Facebook—and Had 'No Idea' It Was a Sign of Cancer
After posting a photo on social media, one woman learned that her clubbed nail was actually a surprising symptom of lung cancer.