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World Lung Cancer Day
Lung cancer, is infamous as the deadliest of all cancers. The theme this year for the World Lung Cancer day is Stop smoking-Prevent Lung Cancer. Although this malignancy boasts of the highest rate of mortality, it can be prevented.
Endeavors planned for this World lung cancer day will focus on disseminating vital information about prevention of this chronic disease.
Statistics
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Lung cancer, deadliest of all cancers, causes 1.2 million deaths globally |
Lung Cancer Causes
According to data, nearly 90% of lung cancers are caused due to smoking. Smoking is also linked to increasing the risks of heart disease and stroke. Smoking can also trigger bronchitis.
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