IU Health will be hosting a mobile lung screening event to help detect lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Indiana. According to a social media post by the Vernon Township Fire Department, the IU Health Mobile Lung Screening unit will be available on December 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Vernon Township Fire Department headquarters.
Detection of lung cancer at an early stage can improve outcomes. The screenings will use a low-dose CT scan, described by the program as quick and straightforward. The procedure takes less than ten minutes and does not require preparation, needles, or a change of clothing. The process is designed to be simple and accessible for participants.
The screening has defined eligibility criteria. Individuals aged 50 to 77 with a smoking history of 20 or more years, whether current or former smokers, may qualify. The screening is covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Individuals interested in the screening can schedule an appointment by calling 317-962-LUNG (5864), emailing [email protected], or scanning the QR code on the event’s promotional flyer. The fire department’s post advises scheduling screenings promptly.
