Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum publishes a simple booklet on lung cancer

Guide explains in simple language about the effects of lung cancer

Lung cancer is the cause of thousands of deaths worldwide. In Germany alone, about 52,500 people die every year from lung and bronchial cancers. A new brochure of the Cancer Information Service (KID) will now explain the consequences and dangers of lung cancer in a simple language.

The doctors of the Cancer Information Service of the German Cancer Research Center (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, DKFZ) have now published an easy-to-understand booklet dealing with lung cancer. The short guide called lung cancer - what now? Of course, it is also available online.

Lung cancer is a disease that often leads to the death of those affected. A new guide to the German Cancer Research Center in simple language now clarifies the consequences and treatment options for lung cancer. (Image: Bits and Splits - fotolia)

Brochure is especially for people with little knowledge of German and reading difficulties

The many illustrations and texts in the booklet are written in a simple language. They are aimed primarily at people with a learning disability and reading difficulties or only a small amount of German language skills. The brochure of the Cancer Information Service was written by the German Cancer Research Center together with the Heidelberg University of Education.

What does the new brochure inform about??

The brochure, which aims to provide all citizens with access to comprehensive health information, provides a simple overview of the origins, investigation and treatment of this disease, also known as bronchogenic carcinoma. In addition to general information about cancer, the guide is aimed primarily at patients who already have lung cancer and want to learn more about possible treatment, follow-up and living with lung cancer.

Guide does not replace discussions with professionals

Of course, information from the Internet can not replace the professional advice of doctors and other professionals. However, the information helps those affected to better inform themselves about their illness. So they are better prepared when they need to have a conversation with professionals or medical professionals, explain the experts of the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ). (As)