Australia Launches National Lung Cancer Screening Program with Low-Dose CT for Ages 50–70

Australia’s National Lung Cancer Screening Program (July 2025) recommends low-dose CT for high-risk individuals aged 50–70 with a smoking history, incorporating risk-based eligibility, nodule management protocol, and smoking cessation support.

• Issued by the Australian Government based on Medical Services Advisory Committee recommendations.
• Targets individuals aged 50–70 with a history of tobacco smoking; smoking cessation support integrated throughout.
• Low-dose CT reports follow a standardized National Lung Cancer Screening Program nodule management protocol.

Summary article; primary government guideline not directly reviewed.

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