The Rise of Lung Cancer in Women and Never-Smokers
Summary
Lung cancer has become the top cause of cancer deaths among American women, overtaking breast cancer. More women who have never smoked are now being diagnosed with lung cancer.Key Facts
- Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in American women, surpassing breast cancer.
- A growing number of new lung cancer cases occur in women who have never smoked.
- The article features a discussion with Anne Wojcicki, Dr. Kim Sandler, and Shira Kupperman Boehler about this rising health issue.
- Shira Kupperman Boehler is a lifelong nonsmoker and runner who was diagnosed with lung cancer at age 44.
- Dr. Kim Sandler directs the Vanderbilt Lung Screening Program.
- Lung cancer in nonsmoking women is an urgent and little-understood health threat.
- The topic was covered in a CBS News episode called HEALTHFUL hosted by Norah O'Donnell.
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