Florida Department of Health in Pasco County to host screening event from Nov. 12-14

WHO: Moffitt Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, is partnering with the Florida Department of Health in Pasco County to offer low-dose CT scans inside Moffitt’s new mobile lung screening unit.

WHAT: For the first time, Pasco County residents will be able to get screened for lung cancer inside Moffitt Cancer Center’s new mobile lung screening unit. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. More people die every year from the disease than from prostate, breast and colon cancers combined. The mobile lung screening unit, equipped with a low-dose CT machine, aims to revolutionize lung cancer detection and prevention.

If you are over the age of 50 and are a current or former smoker, you may be eligible for screening. To find out if you qualify or to register, call 1-888-663-3488 or visit Moffitt.org/LungCare. No insurance? E-mail Lungscreening@Moffitt.org for more information about Moffitt’s Lung Screening Access Program.

Advanced registration is required. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

About Moffitt Cancer Center
Moffittis dedicated to one lifesaving mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. The Tampa-based facility is one of only 57National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, a distinction that recognizes Moffitt’s scientific excellence, multidisciplinary research, and robust training and education. Moffitt’s expert nursing staff is recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center with Magnet^® status, its highest distinction. For more information, call 1-888-MOFFITT (1-888-663-3488), visit MOFFITT.org, and follow the momentum onFacebook, Twitter,Instagram and YouTube. 

About the Florida Department of Health
The Department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to
protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state,
county, and community efforts.

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Department of Health, visit FloridaHealth.gov.