WE DON’T OFTEN THINK
ABOUT BREATHING,
UNTIL WE DO.
Your lungs tell a story.
YOUR BREATH IS THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR HEALTH.
LISTEN CLOSE. EARLY DETECTION CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE.
Lung cancer often goes unnoticed in its early stages. Early detection is your strongest defence against this disease. Catching lung cancer early can mean the difference between a good and a poor prognosis.
WE DON’T OFTEN THINK ABOUT LUNG CANCER, UNTIL WE HAVE TO.
Lung cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canada.
It is estimated that about 1 in 14 Canadians will develop lung and bronchus cancer in their lifetime.
More than 80%
of lung cancers are due to modifiable risk factors, making it one of the most preventable cancers.
Anyone can get lung cancer, but some people are more at risk.*
Early symptoms are often subtle: a persistent cough, shortness of breath, or unexplained weight loss.
In a recent survey, less than half of Canadians said they would consult a healthcare professional within 3 weeks of experiencing any symptoms.†
Listen close to the story your lungs are telling, and speak up
EARLY DETECTION IN CANADA
Canadian lung cancer screening programs are currently only available to people with a past or current smoking history, but anyone with lungs can get lung cancer.
If you have symptoms of lung cancer, don’t wait to get screened. Talk to your healthcare professional right away.
Start your early detection journey today.
* Please note that this list is not exhaustive and there are other risk factors for, and symptoms of, lung cancer. If you have any questions about lung cancer risk factors or symptoms, be sure to ask a healthcare professional.
† Results from a Merck survey of 1,000 Canadians aged 18 and older between July 15–23, 2021, to assess Canadians’ behaviour around personal health and their knowledge of lung cancer symptoms and statistics.
Take a deep breath and think about your lung health
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