Every November, Lung Cancer Awareness Month brings national attention to one of the most common, most preventable forms of cancer. At Columbus CyberKnife, we’re proud to raise awareness across Central Ohio about the importance of early detection, education, and access to innovative lung cancer treatments.
Lung cancer remains a leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, but survival rates are improving thanks to advances in screening and precision radiation therapy. The sooner lung cancer is found, the better the chances for successful treatment..
Understanding the Risks
While smoking is still the primary cause of lung cancer, anyone can develop it. Factors such as secondhand smoke, exposure to radon or air pollution, and family history all play a role.
In Ohio, where lung cancer rates remain higher than the national average, understanding your risk and staying proactive with screenings can make all the difference. Columbus CyberKnife partners with local physicians and imaging centers to help ensure patients get the screenings they need when needed.
Why Screening Matters
Lung cancer can develop without symptoms for years. By the time signs appear, the disease is often advanced. A low-dose CT (LDCT) scan is the only proven screening method that can detect lung cancer early, when it’s most treatable.
You may qualify for a lung cancer screening if you:
- Are 50–80 years old, and
- Have a history of 20 or more pack-years of smoking, and
- Currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years, and
- Are in good enough health to undergo potential treatment if lung cancer is detected
Talk with your primary care provider to see if LDCT screening is right for you.
Advanced Lung Cancer Treatment in Columbus
For patients diagnosed with lung cancer, Columbus CyberKnife offers highly precise, noninvasive radiation therapy using CyberKnife® technology, a state-of-the-art system that targets tumors with sub-millimeter accuracy.
This treatment offers several advantages:
- No incisions or hospitalization
- Minimal side effects and recovery time
- Pinpoint accuracy that spares healthy tissue
- Outpatient convenience, allowing most patients to return to daily activities quickly
Our experienced radiation oncologists collaborate closely with referring physicians to personalize every treatment plan, giving patients access to world-class care right here in Columbus, Ohio.
Columbus CyberKnife: Precision. Compassion. Hope.
At Columbus CyberKnife, our mission is to deliver the most advanced, personalized radiation therapy available—helping patients fight cancer with confidence and care. This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage everyone in Central Ohio to take a proactive approach to lung health through prevention, screening, and education. If you or someone you love has questions about lung cancer treatment or CyberKnife® therapy, contact Columbus CyberKnife today.