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The Effect of Smoking on Survival in NSCLC - Is It Too Late to Quit?

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Professor Matthew Steliger discusses the impact of smoking on survival and the benefits of quitting at the ISLC World Conference. He emphasizes that it's never too late to quit smoking, citing research showing improved survival rates for cancer patients who quit. The Surgeon General's report and various studies highlight the positive effects of cessation after a cancer diagnosis, with significant improvements in overall survival. Steliger also touches on how smoking affects quality of life and adherence to oncologic therapy. A patient's decision to quit smoking after a diagnosis demonstrates a sense of control and a shift in perspective.

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Matthew Steliga

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smoking impact on survival

benefits of quitting smoking

cancer survival rates

effects of smoking on quality of life

smoking cessation after cancer diagnosis