Let’s Talk Lungs
A Simple Conversation Could Save a Life.
Understanding your risk, recognizing the signs and knowing when to get screened can make all the difference. Explore resources, learn about lung cancer screening and discover how Memorial is helping our community protect their lung health.
Why We’re Talking About Lung Health
Some of the most important conversations start with a simple question.
Lung cancer often develops without symptoms in its earliest stages, making screening an important tool for those at increased risk. Through the Let’s Talk Lungs campaign, Memorial is helping patients and families better understand lung cancer risks, screening recommendations and the resources available right here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Learn More About Lung Health
Explore expert insights, educational resources and videos designed to help you better understand lung cancer, screening and overall lung health.
Featured Video
Lung Cancer Screening May Save Your Life
presented by Memorial Pulmonologist Dr. Summer Allen
Resource Cards
When It’s Not Just a Cough: Warning Signs Women Overlook in Lung Health
Warning signs women shouldn’t overlook.
Lung Cancer Screenings – What You Need to Know
Lung cancer screening is one of the most effective ways to catch cancer early.
Take a Deep Breath & Prioritize Your Lung Health
Learn more about common signs and symptoms as well as how you can improve your lung health.
Lung Cancer Screening May Save Your Life
Lung cancer kills more Americans than breast, prostate, colon and pancreatic cancers combined. Early detection can increase the survival rate as much as 92%.
Low-dose computed tomography (CT) lung screening has been proven to save lives. Memorial was first in our community to offer high risk patients this advanced, quick, painless way to help physicians find lung cancer before symptoms appear.
Low-dose CT screening eligibility guidelines have been expanded.
Now, many more current smokers, former smokers as young as 50, and those who smoked less over their lifetimes have become eligible.
You are eligible if you check ALL these:
✔ I am between 50 through 80 years old (or between 50 and 77 years old if I am on Medicare).
✔ I have a 20 pack-year history of smoking (this means 1 pack a day for 20 years, 2 packs a day for 10 years, etc.).
✔ I am a current smoker, or have quit within the last 15 years.
Most insurance plans cover screenings at no cost to patients who meet the new criteria.
Memorial Lung Care Services
Comprehensive Lung Care Close to Home
Whether you’re looking for preventive screening, diagnostic testing, treatment or ongoing pulmonary care, Memorial offers comprehensive services to support your lung health journey.
Take the Next Step
Knowing your risk and understanding your screening options can make a difference.
Whether you’re a current or former smoker, have a family history of lung cancer or simply want to learn more, Memorial is here to help you take charge of your lung health.