When receiving a CAT scan of the lungs, 33% of individuals who have never smoked had identified a lung nodule in their chest. 🚭 This #LungCancerAwarenessMonth, Dr. Eduardo Núñez, Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine at #BaystateHealth, shares why lung nodules form and how they may progress into cancer over time. 🫁 Early detection is important. Our Lung Nodule Program is here to help patients understand their diagnosis and navigate next steps. Learn more about our pulmonary services and sched

13 reactions | The Med Center Health Lung Nodule Program is a fast-track clinic that examines incidental nodules and those detected through low-dose CT scans. We offer a multi-disciplinary approach to the detection, diagnosis and treatment of suspicious nodules in the lungs at their earliest stages. ▶️ https://medcenterhealth.org/service/lung-nodule-program/ | Med Center Health | Facebook

Early detection can save lives! If you’re over 50 and have a history of heavy smoking, consider a quick, low-dose CAT scan for lung cancer screening—even if you feel healthy. #LungCancerAwareness | Mercy Health - Youngstown