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Lung cancer screening and the World Trade Center Health Program

Published Date:

1/26/15

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Corporate Authors:

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. World Trade Center Health Program.

Series:

9.11 WTC Health Program

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Description:

Is lung cancer screening available through the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program? -- What is lung cancer screening? -- Who is eligible to receive lung cancer screening through the WTC Health Program? -- When should screening stop? -- What are the risks and benefits of lung cancer screening? -- What if you qualify for LDCT screening, but have already received a chest CT scan? -- Are there any other proven methods for lung cancer screening? -- What happens if I get a “suspicious” result from an LDCT scan? -- What happens if I get a negative result from an LDCT scan? -- What lung cancer screening guidelines does the WTC Health Program use to ensure appropriate screening is conducted for lung cancer? -- Can the WTC Health Program help me quit smoking?

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Pamphlet (or booklet)

Collection(s):

Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection

Place as Subject:

New York City ; World Trade Center (New York, N.Y.) ;

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