Lungs for Living research in the media
The SUMMIT study, led by Prof Sam Janes, has recruited smokers and ex-smokers aged 55-78 and offered them a CT scan. This has so far allowed identification of 180 cases of lung cancer. Of these, 70% were at potentially curable stages, demonstrating the relevance of early detection programmes.
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Professor Sam Janes talks about the SUMMIT study, a screening programme that aims to improve early detection for those without symptoms — increasing the chances of survival by catching the disease before it spreads.
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The SUMMIT Study
Professor Sam Janes, Head of the Lungs for Living Research Centre, explains the largest UK lung cancer screening study, which will be delivered by °×С½ãÂÛ̳H in collaboration with °×С½ãÂÛ̳ and GRAIL. The SUMMIT study aims to provide lung cancer screening to a large at-risk population and to support the development of a blood test for early detection of multiple cancers.
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Helping patients make lung cancer scan decision through video and brochure
Dr Mamta Ruparel from Lungs for Living, °×С½ãÂÛ̳, talks about theÌý impact of a short video to promote informed decision-making in individuals taking part in a lung cancer screening demonstration pilot. Recorded at the British Thoracic Oncology Group (BTOG) Annual Conference 2018, Dublin.
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Lung Cancer Screening
This animated video has been made by experts to help patients decide if CT screening for lung cancer is right for them.
Screening for lung cancer in the UK: progress and considerations
Dr Neal Navani (Lungs for Living, °×С½ãÂÛ̳ Respiratory) highlights the need to consider smoking cessation within lung cancer screening programmes. Filmed at the British Thoracic Oncology Group (BTOG) Annual Conference 2018, Dublin.
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Smoking and lung cancer screening
Dr Neal Navani discusses issues surrounding smoking and lung cancer screening. Filmed at the British Thoracic Oncology Group (BTOG) Annual Conference 2018, Dublin.
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Earlier cancer diagnosis at °×С½ãÂÛ̳H
Professor Sam Janes from °×С½ãÂÛ̳H talks about the challenges with lung cancer and how the Cancer Vanguard is working to ensure earlier diagnosis, which can help save lives.
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