01/05/2025
NHS Lung Cancer Screening is available to people of Dorset who are aged between 55-74 and either a current or previous smoker ( > 100 ci******es in your lifetime )
The assessment is carried out by specialist nurses from Dorset County Hospital and are done over the phone.
The nurse will ask you questions about your medical history, family history, smoking history, overall lung health and lifestyle to determine if you are high or low risk of developing a Lung Cancer in the future.
If you are Low Risk - you will be reassessed every 2 years
If you are High Risk - you will be offered a CT scan of your lungs to look for abnormailites early.
To book call the team on 01305 255589
Mon-Fri 08:00-16:30