Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Institute - Claremore

11/21/2025

The negative effects of smoking go beyond just the smoker themselves. Inhaling smoke from other's to***co can cause immediate harm, even just brief exposure. Secondhand smoke heightens your risk for coronary heart disease, stroke, reproductive issues for women, and cancers including lung, head and neck, breast, and more. Secondhand smoke's harmful risk is due to the more than 7,000 chemicals that commercial to***co contains, including about 70 toxic chemicals that can cause cancer.

Completely eliminating smoking is the only way to protect people who don’t smoke from secondhand smoke. For more information on reducing your risk, follow the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness

11/19/2025

A lung cancer diagnosis is overwhelming. Asking questions to try and understand what kind of lung cancer you have, where it is, what your treatment plan is, and what your prognosis is can be a lot all at once.

We have gathered 22 questions for you to bring to your healthcare team that will help give you a better understanding of your lung cancer diagnosis.

You are not alone on this journey. For more information, visit our site at the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness

11/17/2025

Happy Monday! Let's tackle another for …

❌ Myth: "People under 60 don't get lung cancer."
✅ Truth: While your risk increases after the age of 45 and the average age for a lung cancer diagnosis is 70, anyone with lungs can get lung cancer including people under the age of 60. Statistics show that around 7.2% of all lung cancers are people ages 20-54 and about 22% of lung cancer cases are people aged 55-64. Lung cancer cases are increasing in young adults.

See more lung cancer statistics at the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness

11/13/2025

When we think about the main risk factor for lung cancer, smoking is the first to come to mind. Yes, 80% of lung cancer is thought of as a result of smoking; but what else increases a person's risk? There are risk factors that you can change, risks that you can't change, and risks that still hold uncertainty.

Risk factors that you can change include secondhand smoke and radon exposure, risk factors that you can't change includes air pollution, which accounts for 5% of lung cancer deaths, and there is still uncertainty surrounding ma*****na and e-cigarettes risk.

Learn more about your personal risk at the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness

11/12/2025

🦃🎄 The holidays are near, and together with our partner Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Network we're helping make the season a little brighter for those receiving treatment for cancer.
If you or someone you know is undergoing cancer treatment and lives or works in Rogers or Mayes counties, support is available in the form of a monthly gas or grocery gift card—because no one should have to choose between care and essentials.
📍 Serving: Rogers & Mayes counties
🛒 Assistance: Monthly gas or grocery gift cards
🤝 In partnership with: Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Network
📝 Apply now: neokcancernetwork.org
Let’s make sure no one walks this journey alone—especially during the holidays. Please share!

At Northeast Oklahoma Cancer Network, we believe no one should have to choose between essential needs and life-saving treatment. This holiday season, we're helping make things a little easier for those undergoing cancer care.

If you or someone you know is receiving cancer treatment and lives or works in Rogers or Mayes counties, monthly gas or grocery gift cards are available to help ease the burden.

📍 Serving: Rogers & Mayes counties
🛒 Support: Monthly gas or grocery gift cards
📝 Apply now: neokcancernetwork.org

Let’s make sure no one walks this journey alone—especially during the holidays.
Please share to help us reach those in need!

11/11/2025

Most lung cancers are found due to symptoms a patient is experiencing, though attributing symptoms to other causes often leads to a delayed diagnosis. Many symptoms do not appear until lung cancer is already at an advanced stage, making it very important for regular screening.

Despite the often very serious prognosis given to those with lung cancer, some people with earlier-state cancers are cured and those who catch it earlier have a much higher chance of treatment with success.

Consult with your healthcare professional if you experience any of these symptoms. Call Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Institute at 918-283-4078 with any further questions and visit the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness/

11/11/2025

We’re proud to honor the veterans who have served our country and those who continue to serve as colleagues, patients, and community members. Thank you for your sacrifice, strength, and commitment.

11/07/2025

With so much data available on lung cancer, it can be a case of information overload. What exactly do you need to know?

This , we compiled your need-to-know facts on lung
cancer statistics, what it is, who it affects, prevention, and treatment options.

Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Institute wants to help you get informed. Check out the "Things You Should Know about Lung Cancer" infographic and more at the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness

11/05/2025

1 in 17 men and 1 in 18 women will get lung cancer in their lifetime. Not including skin cancer, it is the second most common cancer for both men and women.

Anyone with lungs can get lung cancer. Young or old, smoker or non-smoker, gender or race - it is important to stay informed on your risk, get regularly checked, and trust your body. Follow the link here to learn more: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness/

11/03/2025

🦃🎄 The holidays are near, and together with our partner the Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Network, we're helping make the season a little brighter for those receiving treatment for cancer.

If you or someone you know is undergoing cancer treatment and lives or works in Rogers or Mayes counties, support is available in the form of a monthly gas or grocery gift card—because no one should have to choose between care and essentials.

📍 Serving: Rogers & Mayes counties
🛒 Assistance: Monthly gas or grocery gift cards
🤝 In partnership with: Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Network
📝 Apply now: neokcancernetwork.org

Let’s make sure no one walks this journey alone—especially during the holidays. Please share!

Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Network (NOCN) is a community-based organization that seeks to improve cancer patients’ and survivors’ health and well-being in Rogers and Mayes counties.

11/03/2025

continues for ! This week we clarify the often said, "lung cancer is a smoker's disease"...

❌ Myth: "I won't get lung cancer if I don't smoke."
✅ Truth: 20% of lung cancer deaths are people who have never smoked. While not smoking absolutely lowers your risk for lung cancer, there are many other factors to consider such as air pollution, gene mutations, or even secondhand smoke.

For more information, visit the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness/

11/01/2025

November is , and at Northeastern Oklahoma Cancer Institute, we believe that prevention begins with understanding.

Not including skin cancer, lung cancer is the second most common cancer for both men and women. Lung cancer is also by far the leading cause of cancer deaths, accounting for about 1 in 5. In 2025, there will be an estimated 226,650 new cases and 124,730 deaths.

Throughout the month, we will discuss risk factors, signs, and symptoms, what questions to ask your doctor, and so much more. For even more information, follow the link here: https://neokcancer.com/lung-cancer-awareness/