Air pollution doesn’t stop in the lungs. A BBC experiment shows traffic fumes enter the bloodstream within minutes. Pollution-driven inflammation is linked to #lungcancer risk overall - including in people who’ve never smoked. Clean air matters. #LCSM
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The new National Cancer Plan sets out an ambition for 3 in 4 people with cancer to survive by 2035.
For #lungcancer, this depends on earlier diagnosis, timely biopsies, and biomarker results before treatment starts.
Getting the basics right matters.
#LCSM
#Lungcancer outcomes will only change when pathways do.
Yesterday the National Cancer Plan set out ambition, but for lung cancer that will only count if diagnosis, biopsy and biomarker testing happen quickly and in the right order. Outcomes improve when pathways work early and properly. #LCSM
New study suggests that metastatic cancer cells may evade the immune system by stealing mitochondria from immune cells and setting up a ‘shield’ that protects them from being killed by immune cells. Wiley little bastards.
#Science 🧪
Jim Pantelas is a #lungcancer patient advocate. I’ve been so lucky to know him. May he continue to work his advocacy magic www.nytimes.com/2026/01/14/w... #cancer #lcsm #nostigma
This week is #LessSurvivableCancersAwarenessWeek.
Researchers have highlighted that stigma around #lungcancer may contribute to lower research investment, despite the scale of the disease. These attitudes can influence public support, research priorities and the pace of progress. #LCSM
American Cancer Society’s annual report released Tuesday show for the 1st time that the five-year survival rate for all cancers has reached 70%, with the most notable survival gains among people diagnosed with more fatal cancers such as myeloma, liver #cancer & #lungcancer. #lcsm wapo.st/3LFpinY
Fatigue is the most common side effect of cancer treatment, but t’s still possible to reduce it.
Here are three takeaways from a conversation with our experts on the topic: spr.ly/633267C3eo #OncSky #EndCancer
#LungCancer survival stats online are often years out of date. More people with stage 4 are now living longer, some having surgery after a good response and a few reaching NED. Outcomes are shifting in a better direction. 💙 #LCSM
Source: SEER data reflects outcomes from years earlier.
2025 Scientific Research Grant Awards - 11 portraits with LCRF logo
LCRF is pleased to announce this year's 2025 Scientific Grant Program awards. Eleven awardees received a total $1.65 million in funding for new #LungCancer research. Read more about these scientists and the focus of their studies. LCRF.org/2025awards
#FridayFacts: #LungCancer survivorship rates are increasing faster than ever, thanks to early detection and advances in research. Spread the word! Find graphics and information you can share at LCRF.org/LCAM. #LCAM
Since the early 1990s, #lungcancer rates in women in the UK have risen by around a third (34%). Lung cancer can affect anyone even younger people.
Be alert to symptoms that don’t go away, like a cough that lingers, breathlessness, fatigue or chest/shoulder pain. Source: Cancer Research UK #LCSM
#Lungcancer is often found late. Spotting it early can make a big difference.
Be alert to symptoms that don’t go away: cough, breathlessness, fatigue, chest/shoulder/back pain, hoarseness, unexplained weight loss.
Staging shows how far the cancer has spread & helps doctors plan treatment. #LCSM
Everything is a subscription.
Remember: no matter who is in the Oval Office, you can always fight for change at the state and local levels.
Just look at New Mexico.
#Lungcancer is still the UK’s leading cause of cancer death - yet awareness of the symptoms remains too low.
The signs aren’t always what you’d expect or even respiratory.
Listen to your body. Take changes seriously. If something feels off don’t assume it’s nothing - get it checked. #LCSM
It’s 1 November - the start of Lung Cancer Awareness Month and the launch of the third year of #AllYouNeedIsLungs! 💟
We’re sharing over 30 real voices this year - all ages & backgrounds who want others to recognise the signs sooner.
Because lung cancer doesn’t have one face. #LCSM
Hey, go get that cough checked out. Anyone can get lung cancer.
I was in my early 40’s when I was diagnosed with lung cancer. This article is the story shared by many women like me.
Next thing you’re gonna tell me is burnt marshmallows are bad for me. Childhood ruined.
A 30-year Delhi study shows how #lungcancer risk is changing: in 1988, 90% of surgical patients were smokers. By 2018, just 50%. Among those under 30, none had smoked. It shows how lung cancer risks are changing. (Economic Times) #AllYouNeedIsLungs #LCSM
On the Frontlines: Promoting Awareness of Young Lung Cancer - Narjust Florez
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
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#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedEd #MedOnc #MedNews #LungCancer #YoungLungCancer
Being there for someone with #lungcancer isn’t just “staying strong.”
It’s fear, exhaustion, uncertainty, & grief that no one sees.
Our free TALK+ emotional wellbeing course gives carers a safe space to share honestly & find support.
Starts 15 Sept 💻 ugc.production.linktr.ee/09b459ee-b31... #LCSM
10 Ongoing Clinical Trials on Immunotherapy in Lung Cancer
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#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedEd #MedOnc #MedNews #IO #Immunotherapy #LungCancer
He is the “hero” we deserve.
This is interesting but the data used is old. I’m sure those numbers have improved since 2018.
Another part of Johnson’s complex legacy.
That’s pretty cool.
This answers my question, “how did they survive in the past without air conditioning?” They didn’t need it for the couple days it was warm-ish.
🆕 study: People who eat the most ultra-processed foods may have a 40% higher risk of #lungcancer.
📊 100k+ adults, 12 yrs
🚭 Risk remained even in never-smokers
Need to understand more, but another reason to stope assuming lung cancer is only caused by smoking.
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