Lung cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in SC and the second most commonly
diagnosed in the US.
In 2017-2021, the lung cancer incidence rate in SC was 58.4 cases per 100,000 population.
In 2017-2021, the lung cancer incidence rate in the US was 53.3 cases per 100,000 population.
In this time period (2017-2021), SC ranked 18th highest among the other 50 states and
Washington,
D.C.
Lung Cancer Mortality Rate
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in SC and the US.
In 2017-2021, the lung cancer mortality rate in SC was 39.1 deaths per 100,000 population.
In 2017-2021, the lung cancer mortality rate in the US was 33.8 deaths per 100,000 population.
In this time period, SC ranked 15th highest among the other 50 states and Washington, D.C.
Screening
The only recommended screening test for lung cancer is low-dose computed tomography (low-dose
CT),
which is recommended for current or former heavy smokers between the ages of 50 and 80. Men and
women should speak with their doctor about the pros and cons of screening and to determine their
level of risk. For more information click
here .
