As the world marks the 40th anniversary of the Cancer Foundation of China (CFC), significant strides are being made in the fight against lung cancer. Doctor Zhi Xiuyi, deputy secretary general of the CFC, emphasized the critical importance of early detection during a health talk held on the sidelines of the celebration.
This year’s International Lung Cancer Awareness Month centers on "emphasizing early lung cancer screening and standardizing nodule diagnosis and treatment." Lung cancer continues to be a leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, with over 80 percent of cases diagnosed at a mid-to-late stage, often too late for optimal treatment.
Doctor Zhi highlighted that early detection greatly increases the chances of successful treatment and survival. Advances in technology are playing a pivotal role in this effort. Innovations such as artificial intelligence and liquid biopsies are revolutionizing the way lung cancer is detected, offering hope for earlier and more accurate diagnoses.
These groundbreaking advancements not only enhance screening processes but also standardize the diagnosis and treatment pathways, ensuring that more lives can be saved through timely intervention. As awareness grows and technology evolves, the battle against lung cancer is becoming more hopeful and effective.
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