Lung cancer cases among women in China are rising sharply, with medical experts raising alarms about shifting cultural norms. Dr. Qiao Youlin of the Cancer Foundation of China (CFC) revealed that smoking—once rare among women—is now being adopted as a 'fashion statement.' 😮
Speaking at the CFC's 40th-anniversary event, Dr. Qiao emphasized that early screening and tobacco control are critical to reversing this trend. November’s Lung Cancer Awareness Month adds urgency to the call for action.
📉 Why it matters: Unlike other cancers, lung cancer often shows symptoms late. Increased screening could save lives, while anti-smoking campaigns need to adapt to younger demographics chasing trends.
Globally, lung cancer remains the deadliest cancer, claiming 1.8 million lives annually. Dr. Qiao stressed collaboration between health groups and policymakers: 'Awareness is step one—action is step two.'
