North Dakota Lung Cancer Screening Initiative
Early Detection – Should You be Screened for Lung Cancer – Saving Lives One Scan at a Time.If you meet the criteria, or are close, reach out to our knowledgeable Lung HelpLine Nurse Navigator to determine if you are eligible for screening and to guide you each step of the way.
Receive guidance and resources:
- Screening centers near you
- Scheduling assistance
- Transportation assistance (vouchers)
- Tobacco cessation referral (free services)
Contact Us
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 9 am- 5 pm CST
TTY for hearing impaired:
1-800-501-1068
Helpful Information and Resources
About the Low-Dose CT Scan
A low-dose CT scan is a special kind of X-ray that takes multiple pictures as you lie on a table that slides in and out of the machine. A computer then combines these images into a detailed picture of your lungs.
A study on early detection of lung cancer found that the low-dose cancer screening test can reduce mortality for those at high risk. If you're a current or former smoker over the age of 50, you could meet the high-risk eligibility criteria.
About the Initiative:
The American Lung Association is working to increase lung cancer screening rates in North Dakota. This intervention will integrate public health equity best practices through building awareness and reducing barriers to care, increasing early-stage cancer diagnosis, increasing early intervention, reducing morbidity and mortality rates and providing appropriate client support to lung cancer screening referrals and facilitate low-dose CT for all eligible clients.
Page last updated: September 20, 2023
