Here are some things you can do to protect yourself from Lung Cancer
Random home testing for radon exposure, along with proper assessment of its levels.
Avoid second hand smoke. If you live with a smoker, keep your indoor areas smoke free.
Reduce your exposure to heavy pollution by either limiting your outdoor time, or using protective masks.
Select clean fuels for cooking, and implement proper ventilation methods.
People must take protective measures at their workplaces that handle hazardous materials.
People who have lung cancer family history or belong to high-risk groups, must go for regular health check-ups.
Sources
NIH study on lung cancer origins in never smokers: https://www.cancer.gov/news-events/press-releases/2021/lung-cancer-never-smokers
UC San Diego and NCI study linking air pollution to lung cancer mutations in non-smokers: https://today.ucsd.edu/story/air-pollution-may-contribute-to-development-of-lung-cancer-in-never-smokers-new-study-finds
Yale Medicine overview of lung cancer in non-smokers: https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/lung-cancer-in-nonsmokers
NIH explanation of environmental and genetic factors: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/factors-linked-lung-cancer-never-smokers
Disclaimer: This article is informational only and not a substitute for medical advice