Eligible Australians aged 50 to 70, with a history of smoking are now able to screen for signs of lung cancer through the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP).
This is the first screening program in almost 20 years, allowing health professionals to detect lung cancer early and help save hundreds of lives every year.
“Up to 70 per cent of lung cancers can be detected in the early stages through lung screening, and if found early more than 65 per cent of lung cancers can be treated successfully,” said Head of Screening, Early Detection and Immunisation Kate Broun.
We encourage people to speak to their doctor to see if they're eligible for lung cancer screening.
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