Record #:

16587

Author(s):

Smith, Rick

Abstract:

Did you know that in 2010 more than 157,000 Americans died of lung cancer, or that the number of people dying from the disease is increasing? Lung cancer is the deadliest form of cancer, killing more people than the combined total of breast, prostate, colon and pancreatic cancers. In 2009, lung cancer killed 17,500 people in North Carolina -- more than heart disease -- in a state where smoking and diet remain tremendous challenges. Providing a unique overview of the fight against lung cancer is Christopher Ung, vice president of Oncology Thera­peutic Strategy at Research Triangle Park-based Quintiles, the world's largest life sciences testing and services firm. Quintiles works with companies worldwide in medical research, conducting many of the clinical trials companies rely on to test and develop new products. His area of focus is personalized medicine based on biomarkers -- genetic data that could indicate an individual's chances of developing cancer.

Source:

Metro Magazine (NoCar F 264 R1 M48), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May 2011, p28-32, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Cancer--Medical care; Lung cancer

Record #:

31341

Author(s):

McGivney, Jen Tota

Abstract:

The author examines advances in the treatment of lung cancer in the Charlotte area. Local cancer treatment is increasingly driven by an individualized approach, utilizing such treatments as gene therapy and immunotherapy

Source:

Charlotte Magazine (NoCar F 264.C4), Vol. 21 Issue 7, July 2016, p84-85, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lung cancer; Immunology

Record #:

43919

Author(s):

Johnson, Courtney E.

Abstract:

In light of November being Lung Cancer Awareness month this article highlights the importance of lung cancer awareness and education. This article advises everyone to learn more about the risk factors that can lead to lung cancer. The North Carolina Radon Program through the NCDHHS is making great efforts to educate people on other causes to lung cancer other than smoking such as exposure to higher levels of radon. The article also discusses the many smoking cessation resources available to individuals in North Carolina such as the NC Quit Line. Lung Cancer screening is also mentioned as a major way to determine lung health or lung issues for those who smoke or were smokers in the past.

Source:

Welcome to Tarboro & Homes Magazine (F 264 T3 W4), Vol. Issue , November 2022, p23, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lung cancer; Smoking; Lung Cancer Screening