Why care?
Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide.
It is the leading cancer killer among both men and women.
In 2012, it was responsible for 1.8 million new cases and 1.6 million dealths.
Each year, more men are diagnosed,
but more women live with lung cancer.
The incidence rate [number of new cases] for men has had a 28% decrease in the last 37 years.
The incidence rate [number of new cases] for women has had a 98% increase in the last 37 years.
How many people survive 5 years or more after being diagnosed with lung and bronchus cancer?
17.4%
Survival Rates
How can YOU change these numbers? How can YOU make a difference? By participating in this dodgeball tournament or donating today, your money will go to the cause of finding a cure and helping the millions of people affected by this disease each year.
All statistics retrieved from American Lung Association and National Cancer Institute.