Esophageal cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers among men over 55 — and for years, screening meant endoscopy: invasive, costly, and often negative. So when a surgeon with several risk factors of his own chooses to get screened, it's worth paying attention. Dr. Steven D Schwaitzberg, Chairman of @UBSurgery at @Jacobs_Med_UB, didn't just recommend EsoGuard. He took the test. "EsoGuard allows physicians to screen patients conveniently in the office and reserve endoscopy for those most likely to benefit. With several risk factors myself, I chose to have the EsoGuard test and was reassured by the results." That's the shift: a simple, non-invasive DNA test that makes early detection accessible to the patients who need it most. #EarlyDetectionSavesLives

No one hands you the list of cancers that come with the job when you become a firefighter. Esophageal cancer is one of them — and firefighters face a significantly higher risk. By the time symptoms appear, it's often already advanced. That's what makes this cancer so dangerous, and early detection so critical. The good news? Esophageal precancer can be detected—and treated—before cancer develops. Because the best way to fight esophageal cancer is to prevent it. #EarlyDetection #CheckYourFoodTube

Firefighters face extraordinary risks in the line of duty — including a 62% increased risk of developing esophageal cancer. That’s why it’s so encouraging to see departments like Southern Jackson County Fire District taking proactive action to prioritize early detection and prevention. In just minutes, firefighters underwent a non-endoscopic screening to help identify esophageal precancer before cancer develops — because when this disease is found early, outcomes can change dramatically. See the story: kctv5.com/2026/05/14/firefig…

For 21 years, Steven Dorsey has answered the call — a third-generation Baltimore City firefighter, a father of four, and a grandfather of five. Steve has spent his life putting others before himself. Now he's fighting a battle no amount of training could prepare him for: stage 4 esophageal cancer. Steve's only warning sign? Difficulty swallowing — a symptom most would dismiss without a second thought. By the time he was diagnosed in February 2025, the cancer had already spread to his lymph nodes and liver. The reality is staggering. Firefighters face a 62% higher risk of developing esophageal cancer than the general population. Years of exposure to toxic chemicals, smoke, and carcinogens take a silent toll — and without routine screening, this aggressive cancer is often caught far too late. But it doesn't have to be this way. Today, there is a test that can detect esophageal precancer before cancer develops — giving people a chance to act early. Even in the midst of his own treatment, he's using his voice to advocate for esophageal screening across the country — determined to make sure the next firefighter gets answers sooner than he did. Awareness isn't just about information. It's about action. Because earlier detection can change the course of this disease — and the lives it touches. Awareness leads to action. Action leads to earlier detection. And earlier detection can save lives. #EsophagealCancerAwareness

“I didn’t know I had GERD because my symptoms felt normal.” Angela’s cough, hoarseness, and trouble swallowing were easy to dismiss—but they were signs of underlying disease. Her esophageal precancer was caught early, when treatment could make a difference. Men are more likely to develop esophageal precancer, but women can develop it too—especially with risk factors like chronic reflux, obesity, age, and smoking. #CheckYourFoodTube #EsophagealCancerAwarenessMonth

Great start to #EsophagealCancerAwarenessMonth at the @CUCancerCenter at the Paul R. O’Hara II Esophagogastric Symposium with Dr. Sachin Wani, Dr. Kelli Delay., and Dr. Seper Dezfoli. Important conversations about the imperative to identify patients at increased risk—and how detecting esophageal precancer earlier can change the course of this disease, preventing cancer before it develops. #EarlyDetectionSavesLives @EsoGuard_Test

Every white coat has an origin story. Before the rounds, the residencies, and the responsibilities — there was a curious kid with a dream. Meet the physician leaders behind Lucid Diagnostics — the clinicians who know firsthand that the right treatment, delivered at the right time, can change everything. Lishan Aklog, MD Victoria T. Lee, MD Suman Verma, MD, PhD Brian J. deGuzman, MD This #DoctorsDay, we’re grateful for the physicians who dedicate their lives to caring for others — and for those who continue to push medicine forward through innovation, research, and a relentless commitment to improving patient outcomes.

As #NationalCancerPreventionMonth comes to a close, numbers like these reinforce our purpose. Our focus is clear: help change the trajectory of esophageal cancer by making early detection easy enough to fit into everyday care. #CheckYourFoodTube

This #FirefighterCancerAwarenessMonth, the Cimarron Hills Fire Department is taking action by hosting precancer screenings for at-risk firefighters. For Chief Andrew York, it’s personal — he lost a close friend and fellow firefighter to cancer just a few years ago. With occupational cancer now the leading cause of line-of-duty death in the fire service, early detection can save lives.

Wondering what it’s like to bring a #CheckYourFoodTube precancer screening event to your department? Hear from a chief who’s already made it happen: "As the Chief of the Chattanooga Fire Department, I would tell any fire chief, fire department, or fire station that Lucid Diagnostics made this whole process easy for the firefighters who attended. Not only were the staff friendly and organized, but they generally cared about the well-being of the firefighters. Precancer screenings for firefighters can be quite intimidating. However, the staff puts firefighters' minds at ease with education and compassion while also throwing in some humor for a group of individuals who like to cut up. The staff also worked patiently with members struggling with the test itself." - Philip Hyman, Fire Chief, @ChattFireDept #EarlyDetectionSavesLives

We're proud to partner with the nationally recognized @hoaghealth to expand access to the @EsoGuard_Test With the support of Dr. Kenneth Chang and Hoag’s world-class team, this partnership brings noninvasive precancer testing to more patients—right in their doctor's office. Together, we’re taking a major step toward a future free of esophageal cancer. Read more: ir.luciddx.com/2025-06-18-Ma…

"I had no outward signs. I didn't think I had any risk factors that were overt," he said. "But I tested positive. And I share that because I want everyone to know, they need to be tested." said Fire Chief Robert Isbell, "His legacy is in just this...this early detection," he said. "It's a testament to Sylvia and Erik's life." "If we could just save one life, then it's worth it," Sylvia Burleson said. See the full news story here: cbsnews.com/texas/news/north…

If you’ve been impacted by cancer—or know someone who has—you know it’s more than a statistic. It’s the friend who caught it too late. The parent who never missed a checkup. The survivor who beat the odds—and helps others do the same. Cancer touches us all. But #EarlyDetection gives us a fighting chance. #CheckYourFoodTube

Baltimore firefighter Steven Dorsey was the picture of health—until a subtle swallowing issue led to a devastating diagnosis: Stage 4 esophageal cancer. Now he's turning his fight into a mission: raising awareness among fellow first responders and urging departments nationwide to offer proactive screening with the @EsoGuard_Test, which detects esophageal precancer before it turns into cancer. Firefighters face a 62% higher risk of developing esophageal cancer compared to the general population. Steve’s story is a powerful reminder that early detection matters—and that risk factors and minor symptoms shouldn’t be ignored. We’re proud to stand with Steve and all who are fighting for better health outcomes for our first responders. Read the New York Post article here: nypost.com/.../firefighter-b… #EarlyDetection #Firefighter

Today is World Barrett’s Esophagus Day—a day to raise awareness of the only known precancer to esophageal cancer. For Scott, awareness made all the difference. After seeing a poster about heartburn, he took the @EsoGuard_Test and was diagnosed with Barrett’s esophagus. Thanks to early detection, he was treated before cancer had a chance to develop. See Scott's story: youtu.be/Eb6LtqpM3KQ?si=iI3n… Learn more about the noninvasive EsoGuard that enables early detection: luciddx.com/precancer-detect… #WorldBarrettsDay #EarlyDetection

Dan's esophageal disease was detected early thanks to the @EsoGuard_Test. He got the treatment he needed—before it became something more serious. That’s the power of proactive precancer screening. See Dan's story here: scrippsnews.com/health/a-new… Learn more about the test that’s helping people like Dan: luciddx.com/precancer-detect…

We’re honored to be joined at @DDWMeeting by William Thomas, an esophageal cancer survivor and passionate advocate. Patient perspectives like Jeff’s are powerful reminders of why early detection matters — and why we’re committed to advancing noninvasive screening solutions. #PatientVoices #DDW2025

Day 3 at @DDWMeeting is here! Stop by Booth # 942 and meet our team — learn how easy noninvasive esophageal precancer screening can be. #DDW2025 #EsoGuard

We kicked off day two of #DDW2025 with @ECActionNetwork's San Diego 5K to End Esophageal Cancer. Thank you to Mindy Mintz Mordecai and Esophageal Cancer Action Network and fellow sponsors, @Medtronic , @implantica and @CastleBio for making this event a success. #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #CheckYourFoodTube

Esophageal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the U.S., with less than 1 in 5 people surviving five years after diagnosis. Even in its early stages, it can be life-threatening. Detecting disease at the precancerous stage is critical, and possible, with the EsoGuard test. Finding precancerous cells allows for preventative treatment. It's Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month #CheckYourFoodTube