Ontario Lung Screening Program Frequently Asked Questions for Healthcare Providers
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the importance of organized lung cancer screening and the Ontario Lung Screening Program on this page.
To find lung cancer screening resources, including those for radiologists, see Lung Cancer Screening Information for Healthcare Providers.
References
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