Former NASCAR Driver Benny Parsons Diagnosed with Lung Cancer

Ex-NASCAR driver Benny Parsons has been diagnosed with lung cancer and has begun treatment for the disease. The 65 year old was diagnosed two weeks ago and will undergo chemotherapy.

Parsons, who is no longer a smoker, kicked the habit back in 1978. He intends to continue his postion as a NASCAR commentator for TNT and NBC during treatment.

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