Lung cancer causes more deaths than any other cancer in the UK. It is commonly diagnosed too late, due to there often being no symptoms at the earlier stages. Attending a Targeted Lung Health Check can help find issues early, often before symptoms occur.
Targeted Lung Health Checks are offered to people aged 55 to 74 who are current or former smokers.
To date 400 people have been diagnosed with Lung Cancer earlier through Targeted Lung Health Checks in the Greater Manchester area.
Overall, as many as 1.5 million people will have been invited for a lung health check across the country by 2024/25 with an estimated 7,700 cases caught earlier.
Find out what you can expect from the Lung Health Check
Read about what to expect Watch explainer video
Please do not be concerned as only a small number of people who have a scan require any further investigation.
However, if you are concerned about your breathing please contact your GP.
