Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death
in the United States.

In 2012 an estimated 226,160 new cases of lung cancer are expected, accounting for about 15% of cancer diagnosis. An estimated 160,340 deaths, accounting for 28% of all cancer deaths, are expected to occur in 2012.

There is HOPE! The National Lung Screening Trail, a clinical trial designed to determine the effectiveness of lung cancer screening in high-risk individuals, showed 20% fewer lung cancer deaths among current and former heavy smokers who were screened with spiral CT compared to standard chest x-rays. Diagnosing lung cancer early will significantly increase the survival rates. The 5-year survival rate 52% for cases detected when the disease is still localized.

American Cancer Society (ACS)
Cancer Facts & Figures 2012