American Lung Association releases data that examines
knowledge about lung cancer on World Lung Cancer Day
CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Survey data released today reveals that only
38% of those surveyed were aware that lifesaving lung cancer
screening is available for those at high risk. Today on World Lung
Cancer Day, the American Lung Association's LUNG
FORCE initiative released the 2024 Lung Health Barometer, a
nationally representative survey that examines awareness, attitudes
and beliefs about lung cancer.
"The American Lung Association's new survey provides a critical
look at public awareness and attitudes regarding lung cancer, which
is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. This data
provides crucial information to help us in our commitment to reduce
the burden of lung cancer," said Harold
Wimmer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association.
"The survey shows that we have a significant amount of work to do
in increasing awareness about lung cancer screening, but also shows
progress. Compared to our 2022 Lung Health Barometer, we saw a 27%
increase in awareness of lung cancer screening."
The 2024 Lung Health Barometer surveyed 4,000 people across the
U.S. about lung health and lung cancer. Key findings show that:
- Only 28% of Americans knew that lung cancer is the leading
cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
- Although lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths,
only 10% of adults believed that lung cancer is among the most
likely cancers to affect women while 35% believed that it was among
those likely to affect men.
- 38% of those surveyed were aware that lifesaving lung cancer
screening is now available for those at high risk.
- 70% of survey respondents agreed that they felt hopeful that
the outcomes for those impacted by lung cancer improved over the
past 10 years.
- 73% of adults have not spoken with their doctor about their
risk for lung cancer and only 42% are concerned they might get the
disease.
- Only 15% of respondents were aware that the lung cancer
survival rate increased by over 50% in the past ten years.
See more Lung Health Barometer survey results here.
This is the eighth year of the Lung Health Barometer, which is
conducted by the Lung Association's LUNG FORCE initiative. LUNG
FORCE unites those impacted by lung cancer and their caregivers
across the country to stand together against lung cancer. Learn
more about lung cancer causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis
and screening in the Lung Cancer Basics resource section of
Lung.org.
About the American Lung Association
The American Lung
Association is the leading organization working to save lives by
improving lung health and preventing lung disease through
education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung
Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat
lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality
of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to
create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the
American Lung Association, which has a 4-star rating from Charity
Navigator and is a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, call
1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org. To
support the work of the American Lung Association, find a local
event at Lung.org/events.
This year, the American Lung Association is celebrating
120 years! Join us in our journey to champion
lung health and help us celebrate 120 Years of Impact. Donate
today at
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About LUNG FORCE
The American Lung Association's LUNG
FORCE initiative unites people impacted by lung cancer and their
caregivers across the country to stand together against lung
cancer, the leading cancer killer. Increased awareness about lung
cancer, more education on lifesaving screening and more research
funding are critical to fuel lifesaving breakthroughs. Through
education, advocacy and research, LUNG FORCE works to provide hope
to all those impacted by the disease and save more lives. Find out
more at LUNGFORCE.org.
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