Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the U.S. Since lung tissue has no nerves, people often do not experience pain or symptoms until the cancer has reached an advanced stage. However, if lung cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, the cure rate can be as high as 92%. That s why adults who are at high risk for lung cancer should undergo an annual lung cancer screening, which includes a low-dose CT scan.
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the United States. Since lung tissue has no nerves, people often do not experience pain or symptoms until the cancer has reached an advanced stage. However, if lung cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, the cure rate can be as high as 92%. That s why adults who are at high risk for lung cancer should undergo an annual lung cancer screening, which includes a low-dose CT scan.
It was announced the closure would be extended "with the continued surge in COVID-19 patients across the region, as well as the increasing number of hospital staff who are unable to work after testing positive for the virus."