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Lung Cancer Likes to Hide, Let's Find It Together

One Scan for Early Detection

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Eligibility

Age 50 to 80 years

20 pack-year or more smoking history

Current smoker or have quit within smoking within the last 15 years

In 2022, over 13 million Americans qualified for lung cancer screening. Are you one of them?

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Learn More

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Why Screen?

Lung cancer is the top cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Screening helps find it early, often before symptoms start, when it's easier to treat.

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Screening Method: Low-Dose CT (LDCT) Scan

The best test for lung cancer screening is a low-dose CT scan. It’s quick, easy, and creates detailed pictures of your lungs.

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Low Radiation Risk

While LDCT does involve exposure to radiation, the dose is significantly lower than a standard CT scan. LDCT delivers only 1.4 mSv of radiation compared to 7 mSv from a standard CT scan, making it safe for annual screenings.

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Understanding False Positives

Sometimes, screening shows a problem that isn’t cancer, leading to more tests and worry.


Screening focuses on high-risk groups to lower the chances of false positives.


This survey will help you see if you’re in the high-risk group.

Lung cancer screening saves lives via early detection. Early detection significantly improves the chances of successful treatment and long-term survival.

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Resources

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Illinois Tobacco Quitline

  • Certified Quitline counselors providing one-on-one support sessions

  • Personalized quit plans

  • Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) for eligible participants

  • Motivational text messaging

  • Available Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and weekends 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The Illinois Tobacco Quitline is a free service available to Illinois residents aged 13 and older who want to quit tobacco. 

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National Resources

These services aim to provide comprehensive support for individuals looking to quit tobacco use, combining counseling, medication, and ongoing support to increase the chances of successful cessation.

  • National Quit Line: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) or 1-855-DÉJELO-YA (1-855-335-3569) for Spanish speakers

  • Text Services: 

  • Text 'QUITNOW' to 333888 (English)

  • Text 'DÉJELO YA' to 333888 (Spanish)

  • SmokefreeTXT for Teens: Text "Quit" to 47848[3]

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Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) Smoking Cessation Program

  • Courage to Quit® stop smoking program

  • Nicotine patches

  • Outreach to Chicago residents

CDPH offers free smoking cessation services through partner organizations, prioritizing communities with high smoking rates. Services include:

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These services offer counseling, medicine, and support to help people quit tobacco successfully.

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We value your trust and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security as you engage in proactive health management.

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