New MRI Agent Could Detect Lung Cancer Earlier
Researchers have developed an experimental protein-based MRI contrast agent that targets collagen found at elevated levels in aggressive lung tumors.
The New Face of Lung Cancer: Young Adults, Non-Smokers
A rising number of younger adults who have never smoked are now being diagnosed with lung cancer—and health experts are sounding the alarm. According to researchers at Emory University, these trends may point to deeper environmental and screening gaps that need urgent attention. Here’s what you need to know.
It’s Winter. It’s Cold. Your House Is Shut Tight. Have You Checked Your Radon Levels?
As the temperatures drop and your doors and windows stay tightly shut to keep out the chill, it’s easy to forget about what might be building up inside your home. While you’re cozying up this winter, there’s an invisible threat that could be quietly harming your health: radon.
Hidden Threats in the Air: How Microplastics May Be Fueling Cancer
A new study has revealed a startling connection between microplastics in the air and the rising prevalence of lung and colon cancer.
New Study Explains Why Lung Cancer Does Not Respond Favorably to Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy is a popular new drug treatment that stimulates the body’s natural immune system to attack tumors. It is effective against many types of cancer, but not so much against lung cancer. Why? A new study reveals that lymph nodes near the lungs create an...
