Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Florida. In 2022, the age-adjusted lung cancer death rate was 29.7 deaths per 100,000 population. It can affect people of all ages and may be prevented through regular screenings, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, limiting alcohol, and quitting smoking. In 2021, 17,818 Floridians were diagnosed with lung cancer. Talk to your healthcare provider to decide which screening test is right for you.