Medina Memorial participating in National Lung Cancer Screening Day on Nov. 8

MEDINA – Medina Memorial Hospital has announced its participation in National Lung Cancer Screening Day on Nov. 8.

On National Lung Cancer Screening Day, Medina Memorial Hospital will open its doors for eligible patients to receive low-dose CT screenings. These screenings are quick, painless and proven to detect lung cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages, according to hospital personnel.

This annual initiative is a collaboration between the American Cancer Society National Lung Cancer Roundtable, the American College of Radiology, the Radiology Health Equity Coalition and Go2 for Lung Cancer. The goal is to expand access to potentially life-saving lung cancer screenings – particularly for those unable to take time off during the week.

Lung cancer remains one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with more than 125,000 Americans projected to lose their lives to the disease this year alone, according to Scott Robinson, director of Marketing, Communication and Outreach at the hospital. Early detection through screening can dramatically improve survival rates, yet only a small percentage of eligible individuals receive screenings, he said.

“By joining this nationwide effort, Medina Memorial Hospital is helping to break down barriers to care,” said a representative of Orleans Community Health. “We are committed to ensuring our community members have access to preventive screenings that can truly save lives.”

Community members are encouraged to contact the hospital for eligibility information and to schedule their screening appointment.

For more information, or to schedule a screening, call (585) 798-8054.