November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting risks, new research, treatment options, and support for patients and families. Lung cancer remains the deadliest cancer worldwide, with an estimated 226,650 new cases and 124,730 deaths in the U.S. in 2025. While smoking is the leading cause, 1 in 5 cases occur in non-smokers—reminding us all to protect our lungs.
Jack Lee Fong Family Lung Health Challenge Former trustee Jack Lee Fong established a $250,000 Matching Gift Challenge in 2022 in memory of his daughter-in-law, Joan Chen Fong, who passed away from lung cancer at 59. The fund supports awareness and early detection programs in our community, where early detection greatly improves outcomes. Chinese Hospital is a Center of Excellence In 2024, Chinese Hospital was recognized by GO2 for Lung Cancer as a Center of Excellence for its commitment to evidence-based screening. Through low-dose CT scans, we can
now detect lung cancer earlier, when treatment is most effective.