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Lung cancer

Research and clinical trials for lung cancer

Research is looking at ways to improve the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer. Research aims to make sure new treatments are safe, they work and are better than the treatments already available.

Research into causes of lung cancer

Researchers around the world are looking into the causes of lung cancer.

Research into lung cancer early diagnosis and screening

Researchers are looking at better ways to diagnose lung cancer. And to diagnose more lung cancers at an early stage.

Research into treatment for lung cancer

Researchers around the world are looking at making better and kinder treatments for lung cancer.

Research into living with lung cancer

Researchers are trying to find ways of improving the quality of life of people with lung cancer.

What clinical trials are

Trials aim to find out if a new test or treatment is safe and better than those currently available.

What you should be told about a clinical trial

Find out about what researchers should tell you before you agree to take part in a trial.

Last reviewed: 06 Mar 2023

Next review due: 06 Mar 2026

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