Raise Awareness
Stand Strong Against Lung Cancer
This November for Lung Cancer Awareness Month let’s empower our Veterans to seek crucial screening, as they face a higher risk of developing lung cancer due to exposure to hazardous substances like asbestos and burn pits during their military service.
By raising awareness about these unique risks and encouraging Veterans to take advantage of low-dose CT scans for early detection, we can help them take proactive steps to protect their health and improve their chances of successful treatment if diagnosed.
Know Your Risk, Take Action
Know Your Risk, Take Action
Veterans face a higher risk of lung cancer due to service-related exposures. Nearly 8,000 Veterans are diagnosed annually, but early detection can save lives. Dr. Drew Moghanaki, chief of thoracic oncology at UCLA, calls lung cancer screening a “no-brainer.”
Learn about lung cancer risk factors in Veterans.
Life-Saving Screening is Quick & Easy
Life-Saving Screening is Quick & Easy
The screening process is fast, painless, and non-invasive. About 1.5 million Veterans are eligible for low-dose CT scans that can catch lung cancer early when it’s most treatable.
Check your eligibility.
Encouraging Screening for Veterans, Shape the Future
Encouraging Screening for Veterans, Shape the Future
By getting screened, you’re not just protecting yourself, you’re contributing to advancing lung cancer research and treatment. From targeted therapies to immunotherapy, new treatments are improving outcomes every day for someone diagnosed with lung cancer.
Get screened and consider participating in clinical trials. Your courage could save lives. Listen to Bill Clevenger on the challenges in encouraging lung cancer screening for Veterans
Start by sporting a white ribbon during Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Consider adding a little blue and red as support for Veteran Lung Cancer Awareness!
Resources to Help Your Awareness Efforts
Download these files for easy-to-use messaging to promote the need for more lung cancer research, or write your own.
- Lung Cancer Awareness Month Veteran Focused Social Posts
Images and sample posts with hashtags #VeteransHealth #LungCancerScreening #EarlyDetection - Lung Cancer Awareness Month Veteran Focused Email
You can add an image or video link from this page to add to your message.
Download 3 flyers to use for raising awareness for Veteran lung cancer screening.
Veteran Social Posts To Share
🇺🇸 Did you know that almost 8,000 Veterans are diagnosed with lung cancer each year? Lung cancer is one of the most prevalent and deadliest cancers among Veterans. Factors contributing to this may include a history of smoking, exposure to environmental hazards during or after military service, and age. Early detection can be a pivotal factor in improving outcomes for our Veterans. Don’t wait – schedule your low-dose CT scan and take control of your future. #VeteransHealth #LungCancerScreening #EarlyDetection
🇺🇸 With over 2.5 million currently serving personnel and 18.5 million Veterans who’ve dedicated their lives to our nation’s defense, we’re here to support you. Veterans, your service to our country has been invaluable, and now it’s time to prioritize your health. #VeteransHealth #LungCancerScreening #EarlyDetection
🇺🇸 Did you know that 1.5 million Veterans are eligible for lung cancer screening? Early detection can make all the difference. Let’s ensure more Veterans have access to potentially life-saving screenings. 🎗️ Learn more about lung cancer awareness at lcfamerica.org. #VeteransHealth #LungCancerScreening #EarlyDetection