Chester County News and Community Website
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN) Oncology Research Program (ORP) recently announced grants awarded to foster and enhance quality-of-care, guideline concordance, and innovations in care delivery for …
NCCN Announces Funding for Small Cell Lung Cancer Research Projects Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Lung cancer survivor Terri Ann DiJulio will ride over 400 miles from Philadelphia to Maryland and back to raise awareness and funds for a local lung cancer nonprofit, Ride Hard …
West Chester Lung Cancer Survivor Takes on 425-Mile Ride to Support Local Nonprofit Read More
PENNSYLVANIA, PA — This week, the American Lung Association is turning Pennsylvania turquoise to raise awareness of lung cancer and encourage residents to take action to end the disease during …
Turquoise Takeover: Stand Up Against Lung Cancer During PA’s Action Week Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Hershey resident and lung cancer advocate, Summer Farmen, will travel to Washington, D.C. tomorrow (March 29) to meet with her members of Congress during the American Lung Association’s LUNG …
Lung Cancer Advocate Boldly Demands Washington Take Action Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington resident and lung cancer advocate Cristina Kalesse is traveling to Washington, D.C. to meet with her members of Congress during the American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE Advocacy …
Delaware Lung Cancer Advocate Travels to Washington with Big Ask Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in about 39% of …
Report: High Levels of Dangerous Radon Gas Detected in 39% of Pennsylvania Homes Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The American Lung Association’s 2022 “State of Lung Cancer” report shows that only 8.8% of Pennsylvania residents who are eligible have been screened for lung cancer and while …
Lung Cancer in Pennsylvania: Report Shows Pennsylvanians Not Getting Enough Screenings Read More
DOVER, DE — The 2022 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that Delaware ranks among the top at 9 in the nation for early diagnosis and 11 for lung cancer screening. The …
Report: Delaware Among Best States for Lung Cancer Early Diagnosis, Screening and Treatment Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The American Lung Association in Pennsylvania has announced the start of its 2023-2024 research awards and grants cycle. The organization is now accepting research grant applications from researchers …
American Lung Association PA: Lung Disease Research Grants Available Now Read More
Despite lung cancer being the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, a new survey shows that many Americans are unaware of their risk for the disease and …
Only 40% of Americans Concerned About Lung Cancer: Survey Shows Read More