Medical Moments: Lung Cancer Screening


Video Credit to WNEM TV 5
Featuring: Ann Werle, Oncology Nurse Navigator, Covenant HealthCare


Early detection saves lives. Covenant HealthCare will offer lung cancer screening appointments on Saturday, November 11 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm for eligible patients.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • 50 to 80 years of age.
  • Currently smoke or have quit in the past 15 years.
  • Have at least a 20 pack-year smoking history.
  • Patients need to complete a Shared Decision Making visit and Smoking Cessation Counseling prior to the screening.
  • Patients who are on oxygen therapy, have a pacemaker or implanted Harrington Rod are not eligible.

To schedule a screening appointment, have your healthcare provider call 989.583.6668.