Lung Health - Prioritize Respiratory Well-being and Functionality

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What is a lung health check?

Lung health checks look at how well your lungs are working and can help diagnose lung cancer as early as possible. Early diagnosis can make lung cancer more treatable and make treatment more successful. The Government has announced that the NHS will roll out targeted lung screening across England.

Why are the lungs important?

The lungs are a major organ that is part of the respiratory system, taking in fresh air and getting rid of old, stale air. This mechanism of breathing also helps to allow you to talk. By taking in fresh air, the lungs are able to help oxygenate blood to be carried around your body.

What is the targeted lung health check programme?

The targeted Lung Health Check programme aims to find lung cancer early, sometimes before you have symptoms. Lung health checks look at how well your lungs are working and can help diagnose lung cancer as early as possible. Early diagnosis can make lung cancer more treatable and make treatment more successful.

Is lung cancer a serious health issue?

Lung cancer is a type of cancer that starts when abnormal cells grow in an uncontrolled way in the lungs. It is a serious health issue that can cause severe harm and death. Symptoms of lung cancer include a cough that does not go away, chest pain and shortness of breath. It is important to seek medical care early to avoid serious health effects.

How is lung health information reviewed?

Our lung health information is based on the latest evidence from approved research and clinical guidelines. We review the evidence every time we update or change our information. All our lung health information is reviewed by our panel of expert healthcare professionals who volunteer their time to review our information.

Who is eligible for a lung health check?

Lung Health Checks are for people aged 55 to 74 and who smoke or who used to smoke. You can come for a Lung Health Check even if you feel well and if you don’t know if you have any lung problems. What are the benefits of a Lung Health Check? It is LOCAL and easy to get to – your check will be close to your home

Why do I need lung health information?

We provide free, expert health information to help you understand, manage, and live well with your lung condition. Our information supports you to make good decisions about your health. It can also help you to feel more confident and in control of your lung condition.

What Is Lung Health

1. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lung-health-checks/
2. https://www.verywellhealth.com/lung-health-4845936

Lung Health Information

1. https://mft.nhs.uk/lunghealthcheck/about-the-lung-health-check/
2. https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/how-we-produce-our-information