Lung Cancer
Blood test found to detect lung cancer with nearly 93% accuracy for average cost of $60 - study
The test involves using a dedicated chip and fluorescence analysis, in which fragments of cell-free DNA in the blood are examined for distinct methylation patterns.
SIL204 treatment may help immune system attack KRAS-driven tumors, research finds - exclusive
The surprising link between a healthy diet and the serious disease
Campaign seeks to help mother of two continue life-saving cancer treatment
Not only black lungs: Carpets retain a stubborn grip on pollutants from tobacco smoke
US Department of Energy study finds ozone generators are only partially effective at cleaning rugs exposed to cigarette toxins.
Do depression and anxiety raise your risk of cancer? New study says no
Scientists have long thought that depression and anxiety can lead to a higher risk of cancer. A new study shows that this may not be the case.
The quality of lung cancer treatment varies across US - study
Despite rapidly evolving treatment and diagnostic tools, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths and is the second most common cancer in the US.
How an Israeli 20-year-old who never smoked got advanced lung cancer
At age 20, Geula Marx was diagnosed with lung cancer, despite her young age and that she had never smoked. The disease was discovered at stage 4 with brain metastases. Never ignore suspicious symptom
AI-based tool for lung cancer treatment developed in Jerusalem
A new tool to enhance the decision-making of medical staff and patients during the treatment of lung cancer patients is under development at Shaare Zedek Medical Center.
This is what happens to you when you stop smoking, step-by-step
You know that smoking is wrong, even if you smoke several cigarettes a day. But did you know that the damage from smoking can be repaired quickly?
Breathe more easily: Flu vaccines benefit COPD sufferers
Researchers have found a surprising benefit for flu vaccines.
Breast cancer overtakes lung as most common cancer - WHO
"Among women, breast cancer is the most commonly-diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer death worldwide," WHO said.
Increase in the number of women with lung cancer in recent years - study
In 2017, some 1,842 people died from lung cancer. Among them, a third were women.
New research advances predictive treatment for lung cancer
his imaging method allows scientists to pinpoint abnormal glucose metabolism, as well as characterize tumors accurately.