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AHRQ Radio Podcast - Lead Story: Lung Cancer - A Decline in Diagnosis
AUDIO PODCAST: Newscast
Wednesday, December 17, 2008 9:00 AM
Lead Story: Lung Cancer - A Decline in Diagnosis

AHRQ data shows that lung cancer rates are on the decline, but hospitalizations for the deadly disease remain steady. Learn why.

Podcast Description:

This audio program features current news and information from the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).

  • News and Numbers: AHRQ data shows hospital admissions for lung cancer remained relatively stable between the years 1995 and 2006 despite a steady decline in the number of Americans diagnosed with the disease.
  • Research News: Being at a healthy weight is important for women who are thinking about becoming pregnant. A new study from AHRQ answers questions that women considering weight-loss surgery may have prior to becoming pregnant.
  • Navigating Health Care: Whether you’re changing doctors, moving from a rehab facility to a nursing home, or being discharged from a hospital, a transition in health care comes with some risk. Learn more.

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Duration: 09:39 (MM:SS)  File Size: 8.84 MB
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