AstraZeneca and AC Health partner to promote early lung cancer screening in the Philippines, using AI to screen one million patients by 2026.

Lung cancer is a significant global health concern, with India reporting a 10% cancer death rate and a rise in incidence. Early detection is crucial for improved survival rates, but most cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage. Chest X-rays are less effective for early detection, but low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) can improve early detection by 20%. In response, AstraZeneca and AC Health have partnered to promote early lung cancer screening in the Philippines, using AI to screen at least one million Filipino patients by 2026 and drive national action on early screening and detection.

July 31, 2024
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