Lung cancer is the generic name for different malignant tumours of the lungs in which one finds bronchial carcinoma and mesothelioma.
Lung cancer is due to the transformation of bronchial cells into cancerous cells. People who consume tobacco are particularly sensitive to the disease, indeed lung cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in smokers; it is progressive and irreparably destroys the lung. People in the smoker's entourage can also fall victim to lung cancer through inhaling cigarette smoke. It is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in European countries for it effectively represents the primary cause of death for men and the third cause for women.
The European HELP programme for fighting against tobacco can bring you a lot of information and support for giving up smoking.
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