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Growing rapidly to become one of the most deadliest diseases in the US, lung cancer makes up nearly one quarter of all deaths per year.
“Cancer can strike anyone or at anytime. That is why it is imperative that we stay as well informed as we can.” (Thomas Maugh II)
Introduction
According to Richard Bowers of the York Daily Record, "Officials estimate that active smoking is responsible for close to 90 percent of lung cancer cases while radon causes 10 percent…”
Smoking
“It is becoming clear to patient advocates that the mental health of lung cancer patients -- who rarely get the positive reinforcement, unfettered support and kindness of society -- is also worth defending.” (Dvorak, Petula)
Mental Health
Surgery◦ Problems during operation◦ Not successful
Chemotherapy and Radiation◦ Hair loss◦ Fatigue◦ Heart problems
Side effects
Very different than treatment
Best way is not smoking to begin
A lot can be done, but never guaranteed
Prevention
Not gotten attention that it deserves
Breast cancer has been focus recently
Attention and respect are vital
Attention