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Lung cancer screening saves lives. Do you need it?

This Wilmington oncologist recommends getting screened even if you’ve quit smoking.

Patrick Flanary
Contributing Writer
Published Oct. 29, 2025
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  • lung cancer
  • lung cancer screening
  • Wilmington
  • oncologist
  • New Hanover Regional Medical Center
  • Coastal
  • Care on the Coast

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