Screen Early. Save Lives.
The Lung Health Coalition is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit expanding access to life-saving lung screenings nationwide. RadNet is a founding partner — Dr. Howard Berger is a founding board member — and the coalition and RadNet created the free lung health checks for Los Angeles City firefighters together, at RadNet centers throughout LA County.
About the coalition
The coalition brings together survivors, patient advocates, philanthropists, nurses, physicians, and representatives from industry and government — all working toward the same goal.
Their missionTo create a future where everyone, regardless of their background or income, has the tools and support they need to breathe freely and live fully.
Who should be screened
Low-dose CT scanning (LDCT) is the only exam currently proven to reduce lung cancer deaths (National Lung Screening Trial).
Regular screening finds lung disease early, when it is most treatable and survivable.
Dr. Mathew Ninan · Lung Health Coalition
Low-dose CT is a quick and painless screening tool that uses low doses of radiation to make detailed images of your lungs. You may qualify for screening if you:
Are between 50 and 80 years of age.
Have a 20 pack-year or greater smoking history — one pack a day for 20 years equals 20 pack-years.
Currently smoke, or quit within the past 15 years.
Screening programs
Both programs are funded by the Lung Health Coalition. Screenings take place at participating imaging centers.
Free lung health checks for LA City firefighters
In partnership with RadNet, the coalition provides free lung health checks for Los Angeles City firefighters at RadNet centers throughout LA County. For any follow-up care, the coalition asks firefighters to consult their insurance or workers’ compensation program.
Program detailsNo-cost screening for qualified applicants
The coalition has secured funds to help qualified candidates get screened for lung cancer at no cost. Eligibility is based on the screening criteria above, a physician prescription, residency near Jacksonville, Port St. Lucie, or Tampa Bay, and the program’s financial application.
Apply for screeningHow the Florida program works
From application to exam, the program works in four steps.
Apply
Submit the program’s short financial application.
Review
The coalition reviews your application and a representative contacts you.
Approval
Approved applicants receive a screening voucher and a list of participating imaging centers.
Screen
Choose a center, schedule, and complete your low-dose CT exam.
Join the coalition
Research, education, and advocacy partners are what move lung screening rates.