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More people have access to LDCT screening than ever before. This year, four more countries have made a formal commitment to implement LDCT screening for lung cancer, and several implementation studies are under way.
Case study
We examine the key evidence used to inform the development of a national screening programme for lung cancer in Estonia from 2021 to date.
News
The report outlines the impact optimal management of incidental pulmonary nodules (IPN) can have on the earlier detection of lung cancer.
The Network’s panel of experts focused not only on LDCT screening but also on additional approaches, including the management of incidental pulmonary nodules; targeted lung cancer checks; raising awareness; and prioritising lung cancer in policy.
There are many challenges to detecting lung cancer earlier, whether or not screening programmes are in place, including low awareness and health system capacity.
In September 2024, the Lung Cancer Policy Network and the Asia Pacific Coalition against Lung Cancer hosted the webinar ‘Lung cancer screening in Asia Pacific: showcasing advances in implementation across the region'.
To mark Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Lung Cancer Policy Network is hosting a webinar with a global panel of experts on 13 November.
We speak to Herbert Loong, Clinical Associate Professor, the Chinese University of Hong Kong
We reflect on our involvement in this year’s World Conference on Lung Cancer, European Society of Medical Oncology and World Cancer Congress.
We explore the state of implementation of lung cancer screening programmes across Central and Eastern Europe.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths, yet disparities in lung cancer rates mirror overall social and health-system inequities.
The Lung Cancer Policy Network and Asia Pacific Coalition Against Lung Cancer (APCLC) are working together to advance screening implementation in the Asia-Pacific region.
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