Data Alert: Lung Cancer Kills 10,000 People Every Year
According to the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW), lung cancer has been the leading cause of cancer death in Taiwan for many years. in 2022, there will be more than 16,000 new cases of lung cancer in Taiwan and nearly 10,000 deaths. These figures not only reflect the serious threat that lung cancer poses to people's health, but also highlight the importance of early prevention and diagnosis.
Lung cancer patients face many challenges, including physical discomfort, side effects of treatment, and psychological stress. These problems not only affect the quality of life of patients, but also place a heavy burden on their families. For example, chemotherapy can cause severe nausea and fatigue; radiation therapy can cause localized skin burns and swallowing difficulties. In addition, lung cancer patients often suffer from respiratory distress and chronic coughing, which can seriously affect their daily lives.
Celebrity Cases: Wang Jianmin's Fight Against Cancer
Recently, the news of well-known artist Wang Jianmin suffering from stage 4 lung cancer has shocked the performing arts circle and the public. According to reports, Wang's cancer has spread to his brain, and his health is deteriorating to the point that he once thought of losing his life.
In an interview, Wang said that he had lost so much weight that he was "so thin that he couldn't see anyone". This not only reflects the serious impact of advanced lung cancer on a patient's body, but also highlights the importance of early detection and treatment.
Wang Jianmin's case has sparked widespread concern about lung cancer prevention and treatment. Many people have begun to realize the importance of regular health checkups, and more people are concerned about the link between bad lifestyle habits such as smoking and lung cancer.
Lung Cancer Early Detection Program
To effectively reduce the threat of lung cancer, the National Health Service (NHS) of the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) has launched the Lung Cancer Early Detection Program. The program aims to increase the rate of early detection of lung cancer through early screening, which in turn improves treatment outcomes and survival rates.
I. Program Content
1. Screening Targets
People with any of the following risk factors for lung cancer and who have health insurance status should undergo low-dose computed tomography (CT) examination of the chest once every two years.
(a) People with a family history of lung cancer: males aged 50-74 or females aged 45-74 whose parents, children or siblings are related by blood have been diagnosed with lung cancer. If they are smokers, they should agree to receive smoking cessation services.
(b) Heavy smokers: Heavy smokers between the ages of 50 and 74 with a smoking history of 30 pack-years or more who are still smoking or have not quit smoking for 15 years. If they are smokers, they should agree to receive smoking cessation services. 2. Screening method:
Low-dose computed tomography (LDCT).
Screening is conducted once a year. 3. Screening locations:
A number of medical institutions throughout Taiwan participate in this program, covering the northern, central, southern, and eastern regions.
List of participating hospitals: https://www.hpa.gov.tw/Pages/Detail.aspx?nodeid=4619&pid=15785 Application process
The public can make an appointment for screening with the participating medical institutions and take a questionnaire to confirm whether they are eligible for the screening.
The public can make an appointment with the participating hospitals for a questionnaire assessment to confirm whether they meet the screening criteria. Those who meet the eligibility criteria can receive LDCT examination, and the results of the examination will be read by a professional doctor and communicated to the public. Subsidized content
Eligible citizens will receive a full subsidy, including the cost of the LDCT examination and the doctor's consultation fee. The launch of this program not only reflects the government's emphasis on national health, but also provides an opportunity for early detection of lung cancer in high-risk groups. Through regular screening, we can expect to significantly increase the rate of early detection of lung cancer, which will in turn improve treatment outcomes and survival rates. Working Together for Health
The implementation of the Lung Cancer Early Detection Program marks an important step in Taiwan's cancer prevention and treatment efforts. However, the prevention of lung cancer requires not only government policy support, but also the active participation of everyone. High-risk groups should actively participate in the screening program to seize the opportunity for early detection. Healthy lifestyle habits, especially smoking cessation, are the key to preventing lung cancer. Regular health checkups should be conducted to keep an eye on one's health status. Only through the joint efforts of the government, medical institutions and the public can we truly reduce the threat of lung cancer and break new ground for public health in Taiwan. Let's work together to create a healthy and happy Taiwan! Source:
Hush News
https://reurl.cc/2jkNX4 National Health Service, Ministry of Health and Welfare
https://www.hpa.gov.tw/Pages/Detail.aspx?nodeid=129&pid=15552
