Latest Advances in Lung Cancer Research

The study highlights that the timing of irAEs depends on the specific immunotherapy and recent treatment history.

New research separates the effects of smoking, environment, genetics, and healthcare access on lung cancer mortality, providing insights for better prevention strategies.

Increasing lung cancer cases in non-smokers highlight the need for research into causes and improved detection methods

New study reveals higher lung cancer incidence in women under 65 than in men, with rates increasing among younger women despite declining smoking trends.

New study reveals genetic factors protect some lifelong smokers from lung cancer, identifying robust mechanisms that limit mutation accumulation and improve early detection strategies

Wildfire smoke exposure increases lung cancer risk and worsens patient outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations and those recovering from lung cancer surgery.

A University of Illinois Chicago study finds a correlation between living in violent neighborhoods and an increased risk of cancer.

Non-smoking Asian American and Pacific Islander women face higher lung cancer risks, prompting research into genetic and environmental causes and new treatments.

Researchers who conducted a large study published in the journal Chest report that reproductive factors, such as early age at menopause and first childbirth, are associated with an increased risk of lung cancer.

Actress and comedian Kate Micucci, revealed last month that she had been diagnosed and treated for lung cancer despite having “never” smoked cigarettes. Micucci’s diagnosis came as a surprise to her followers, especially considering she is a non-smoker. However, lung cancer among non-smokers happens more often than most people realize.

Rising lung cancer in young, non-smoking women puzzles doctors; research on potential pregnancy link and new causes is crucial for prevention and early detection.

Early onset of menstruation and menopause may increase women’s lung cancer risk, suggesting a possible hormonal influence; further research is needed.