Breathe Easy Lung Bus - Lung Screenings
15feb11:00 am3:00 pmBreathe Easy Lung Bus - Lung Screenings
Event Details
In the Chattanooga area, the number one cause of cancer death is lung cancer, but lung screening is a great way to see if you’re at risk! You may qualify for
Event Details
In the Chattanooga area, the number one cause of cancer death is lung cancer, but lung screening is a great way to see if you’re at risk!
You may qualify for a free screening or self-pay is $150.
Call 423-495-LUNG (5864) for an appointment! Walk-ins welcome!
CHI Memorial Lung Cancer Screening Criteria Insurance Guidelines:
-Age 50-80 years old (Medicare patients 50-77 years old)
-Current cigarette smoker or have quit within the past 15 years
-Have > 20 pack year history (1 pack per day for 20 years, 2 packs per day for 10 years, etc)
-Asymptomatic (no signs/symptoms of lung cancer)
-Patient has not had a chest CT in the last 12 months
-Grant Guidelines (uninsured):
-Age 50-80 years old
-Current cigarette smoker or have quit within the past 15 years
-Have > 20 pack year history (1 pack per day for 20 years, 2 packs per day for 10 years, etc)
PLUS have an additional risk factor:
-Second hand smoke exposure
-Asbestos exposure
-Radon exposure
-COPD
-Pulmonary fibrosis
-Family history of lung cancer
-Asymptomatic (no signs/symptoms of lung cancer)
-Patient has not had a chest CT in the last 12 months
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Time
February 15, 2025 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Nutrition World
6201 Lee Highway