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Writer's pictureHector Santiago

Health Tips 11-3-2024

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the most common cause of death in the U.S. for men and women due to smoking. Lung cancer is abnormal cells growth in the lung and form a tumor.


Risk factors include but are not limited to:


*Smoking


* Second-hand smoke


*Exposure to certain chemicals


*Family history or lung cancer


If you have any of these risk factors, please consult with your primary care provider for screening.

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