lung cancer
New radon monitors available at Extension offices give quick results
11.12.2025
University aims to make testing for the lung-cancer-causing gas available and easy for Nevadans
By now, the danger that radon in our homes poses…
The state of lung cancer in Nevada, 2025: Progress, setbacks and the road ahead
11.07.2025
In Nevada, the landscape of lung cancer in 2025 shows a mixed picture. On one hand, some screening indicators ticked upward or held steady. On the…
Can your toenails tell a story about your lung cancer risk?
11.07.2025
At 47, Emi Bossio was a busy attorney, mother of two, and living a healthy lifestyle. She had never smoked and stayed active — until a persistent…
Six Sites Open Nov. 8 for National Lung Cancer Screening Day
11.03.2025
Six lung cancer screening facilities in Nevada will open their doors on Saturday, Nov. 8 as part of the fourth annual National Lung Cancer Screening…
2025 Lung Cancer Awareness Tools
10.06.2025
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of prevention, early detection, and support for those affected by the…
How Pairing Mammograms with Lung Cancer Screening Could Save More Women’s Lives
08.04.2025
When you think about cancer screening for women, mammograms likely come to mind first. After all, breast cancer awareness campaigns and regular…
Air Pollution and Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers: What New Science Means for Nevada
07.17.2025
When most people think of lung cancer, smoking is the first risk factor that comes to mind. But a groundbreaking new study published in Nature…
Breaking the Link: How Reducing Neighborhood Segregation Can Lower Lung Cancer Risk in African American Communities
07.08.2025
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and in Nevada. African American communities face a higher risk, developing…
Lung Screening Bill Receives Support at Nevada Legislature
03.21.2025
A bill to improve access to lung cancer screening with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) received support on Friday, March 21 from a number of…
Celebrating Partnership & Progress in Radon Awareness
01.31.2025
The Nevada Radon Education Program (NREP) has been working with the Nevada Cancer Coalition and many other partners in spreading awareness about the…