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The Medical journal of Australia · 4d
GuidelineThe Medical journal of Australia · 2026

Program Guidelines for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program: Targeted Lung Cancer Screening in High-Risk Individuals in Australia.

Nicole M Rankin, Rebecca Zosel, Lisa J Whop … Vivienne Milch
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Australian lung cancer screening targets individuals aged 50 to 70 years.

Program Guidelines for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program: Targeted Lung Cancer Screening in High-Risk Individuals in Australia.

Nicole M Rankin … Vivienne Milch
The Medical journal of Australia · 2026
Background

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer mortality in Australia.

Purpose

The purpose of the guidelines is to ensure safe, effective and high-quality Program delivery, detailing key steps for clinical practice and information for participating healthcare providers.

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Results
50
and 70 years of age
Australians within this age range are eligible for lung cancer screening
More results

This guideline provides recommendations for the delivery of targeted low-dose CT screening for lung cancer in the Australian context.

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Conclusion

The full guideline is available at https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/nlcsp-guidelines.

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