Lung cancer is a leading cause of death in men and women in both the United States and Canada. Low-dose CT screening can help detect lung cancer earlier in people who meet age and smoking-history criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a healthcare professional, as screening is not recommended for everyone.

This month, learn about the preventative measures that help lower your risk of developing lung cancer and other chronic diseases. For non-smokers, exposure to high radon levels in indoor air is an increased risk. To protect yourself and your family, test your home. Quitting smoking immediately decreases your risk and also improves your health at the same time.