WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - In the past, being diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer seemed to be a death sentence. This type of cancer is known as one of the most aggressive and deadliest forms of cancer.

Radiation therapy is a treatment that uses high-energy rays, like X-rays, gamma rays or protons, to target and destroy cancer cells. It works by damaging the DNA of cancer cells, preventing them from ...

For patients juggling careers, family, and personal responsibilities, a diagnosis doesn't put life on pause. Instead, it ...

Immunotherapy is a cancer treatment that harnesses the body’s immune system to fight cancer. It helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells, which can sometimes be hidden from the body’s ...

Lung Cancer Awareness Month highlights the importance of staying informed about advancements, screening, and preventive measures in lung cancer care. Significant advancements include early detection ...

Yes, lung cancer can be curable — if it’s found early and responds well to treatment. Thanks to recent therapy advances, the lung cancer mortality rate has declined and survival rates have improved.

Medicare Part B covers one annual lung cancer screening for eligible individuals. This includes those ages 55 to 77 years who are current or former smokers meeting specific criteria. Original Medicare ...

Daryl Pritchard, PhD, discusses the challenges to implementing biomarker testing that would advance precision medicine and ...

Lung adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer diagnosed in the U.S. Just over half of all non-small-cell lung cancers (NSCLCs) are adenocarcinomas. Finding out that you're at risk of lung ...