News Desk, News Nation 360 : Healthcare professionals stress the critical need for more awareness, early identification, and preventative actions to counteract the rising prevalence of lung cancer as Lung Cancer Awareness Month progresses. This international campaign reminds people of the vital actions they may take to protect their lungs. To emphasise the significance of lung health, hospitals and healthcare organisations are planning educational initiatives, free lung health examinations, and awareness efforts. This program aims to help individuals impacted, promote early detection, and clear the path for a healthier, lung cancer-free future. Lung cancer is still one of the most prevalent malignancies in the world, and because it progresses asymptomatically, early detection is frequently necessary. Experts advise people to stop smoking, get regular checkups, and get help from a doctor right away if they experience symptoms like shortness of breath, chronic coughing, or unexplained weight loss. Prof. (Dr.) Amitabha Chakrabarti, Sr. Consultant, Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgeon, Narayana Hospital, RN Tagore Hospital, stated that Environmental pollution and smoking are closely related, and both greatly increase the risk of lung cancer, a serious worldwide health concern. Long-term exposure to air pollutants, such as industrial emissions and fine particulate matter (PM2.5), is now known to be a major cause of lung cancer, particularly in nonsmokers. When coupled with other risk factors including family history, these environmental risks make early detection and routine testing essential. We want to help patients fight lung cancer while promoting healthier, pollution-free surroundings by addressing pollution with cleaner technology, educating people about its effects on lung health, and providing state-of-the-art treatments.
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