Scientists conducting genome-wide association studies have found a region on chromosome 15 associated with the development of lung cancer. The studies may help to explain why some smokers get lung ...

Almost 80,000 people have been tested for lung cancer as part of a public health scheme. The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw ...

Lung cancer cases are rising among non-smokers. Here's why the proportion is increasing, key causes, early signs, diagnosis, ...

Lung cancer traditionally presents itself when associated with cigarette smoking, but now lung cancer is increasingly being ...

There was encouraging news last week, that, at long last, deaths related to lung cancer are going down significantly. However, in this week's Moves in Medicine, we look at the new challenge: Why are ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Lung cancer rates and deaths have fallen precipitously in recent decades overall — but diagnoses are rising for nonsmokers. (Getty ...

While scientists are still far from understanding the root causes behind most cancers, there are instances in which particular human behaviors have been linked to the development of specific ...

LONDON - Patients who need new lungs are better off getting donated organs from smokers than none at all, even though they probably won't live as long as those who get a lung transplant from a ...

Though smoking is the most prevalent risk factor, it does not imply that non-smokers are at zero risk. of lung cancer.

Quitting smoking is challenging, particularly when resources are limited. A recent study in the United States confirmed that an intensive program combining behavioral therapy and medication, linked to ...

As recreational pot has gained traction in states all across the country, more research has been focusing on its health effects. One argument marijuana supporters have stood by for years - that weed ...