Cancer Prevention

Lung Cancer Screening — Know Your Risk

Smoking history is the primary risk factor, but non-smokers may also be at risk. Here's what to do.

By Edward A. Layne MD, SCM
50 years of clinical judgement applied to modern longevity science.
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April 2026 HealthChek™ · Family History · Breast Cancer · Lung Cancer · Age Management · Ted's Story

Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines:

lung cancer detection
  • If you are a smoker or have  been a tobacco smoker, you are at risk for Lung Cancer.
  • If you have never been a smoker but have had long-term exposure to cigarette smoke, you may also be at risk for lung cancer.
  • Review your smoking pack-year exposure and the emerging data on lung cancer in smokers with your doctor.
  • Discuss evidence-based lung cancer screening with your doctor based on your risk profile.
  • There is scientific evidence that LOW-DOSE CT-scan imaging may be helpful in the early detection of lung cancer
  • Environmental exposure mapping (radon, occupational) may be available for HealthChek clients on request