How to look out for lung cancer

Symptoms of lung cancer may include:
A new cough that will not go away
Changes in a chronic cough or "smoker's cough"
Coughing up blood, even a small amount
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Wheezing
Hoarseness
Losing weight without trying
Bone pain
Headache

Risk factors for lung cancer include:

Smoking. Still the greatest risk factor, your risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes and the number of years you smoke. To lower your risk, quit at any age!
Exposure to secondhand smoke... even if you don't smoke.
Exposure to radon gas. Radon testing can determine whether levels are safe in your home or office.
Exposure to asbestos and other chemicals. Workplace exposure to asbestos, arsenic, chromium, nickel and tar can increase your risk of developing lung cancer, especially if you're a smoker.
Family history of lung cancer. People with a parent, sibling or other first-degree relative with lung cancer have an increased risk of the disease.
Excessive alcohol use. Drink no more than one drink a day for women or two drinks a day for men — or you may increase your risk of lung cancer.
COPD. People with certain lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, may have an increased risk of lung cancer.

Please see your doctor if you recognize these symptoms or risk factors. The best results come from early diagnosis.