A new report indicates that Illinois has a higher-than-average rate for new lung cancer
cases when compared to other states. Kristina Hamilton, with the American Lung
Association of Illinois, says that’s not necessarily bad news for residents …
Hamilton says early treatment can lead to better long-term outcomes for patients. She’s
hoping the latest “State of Lung Cancer” report could spur state lawmakers to act …
Lung cancer is the nation’s leading cause of cancer deaths. It’s estimated nearly 10-
thousand Illinois residents will be diagnosed with the disease this year alone.
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