13/11/2025
Not only smokers get lung cancer.
It can affect anyone, men, women, young, old, smokers, and non-smokers alike.
The truth is, lung cancer doesn’t always show symptoms early, and many people are diagnosed late because of common myths that hide the real risks.
Knowledge saves lives.
Swipe to uncover 5 common myths about lung cancer and the facts everyone should know.
🩵 Myth 1: Only smokers get lung cancer.
✅ Fact: While smoking increases risk, approximately 15% of people with lung cancer have never smoked (WHO). Air pollution, genetics, and exposure to radon or asbestos also play a role.
🩵 Myth 2: If I don’t have symptoms, I’m fine.
✅ Fact: Early lung cancer often shows no symptoms. Regular check-ups and scans for at-risk individuals can help detect it early.
🩵 Myth 3: Lung cancer is always fatal.
✅ Fact: When caught early, treatment can be very effective. Early detection greatly improves survival rates.
🩵 Myth 4: Only older people get lung cancer.
✅ Fact: Lung cancer can affect younger adults too, especially those with family history or environmental exposure.
🩵 Myth 5: There’s nothing you can do to lower your risk.
✅ Fact: You can! Avoid to***co, test your home for radon, limit pollution exposure, eat a healthy diet, and stay physically active.
Your health is your power.
Get informed, get screened, and breathe easier knowing you’re protecting your lungs.
👉 Visit Prime Cancercare Clinic to learn more about lung cancer screening and prevention.
