Lung Cancer

People living with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer have little lung reserve to spare, which makes flu, COVID-19, and pneumonia far more dangerous than they would be for a healthy adult. Vaccination is the most effective protection available. Because some vaccines cannot be given during treatment, protecting the household matters as much as protecting the …

Former Grateful Dead keyboardist Tom “TC” Constanten is now in the fight of his life—this time against lung cancer. At 80 years old, the legendary musician is facing not only serious health concerns but also mounting medical bills. Now, the same community that once embraced his experimental sound is rallying behind him with unwavering support …

When we talk about cancer in Africa, lung cancer rarely takes center stage. Official statistics suggest low rates, which at first glance looks like a positive story. But beneath the surface, the numbers are misleading. In reality, lung cancer Africa cases are far more common than recorded. The disease remains hidden behind weak healthcare systems, …

Today Is World Lung Cancer Day—Why It Deserves Attention Every year on August 1st, World Lung Cancer Day brings people together to raise awareness, promote screening, and support those affected by lung cancer. While medical progress continues, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. This day is an important reminder that early …

Vaping health risks continue to alarm medical experts as new studies reveal the long-term damage these products may cause to the lungs. While asbestos exposure has been widely recognized for decades as a hidden cause of lung diseases, vaping is now surfacing as a modern hazard with similarly dangerous consequences. Everyone — not just those …