The annual cancer statistics report from the National Cancer Institute shows progress in America’s fight against the disease, with rates of new cancer diagnoses and cancer-related deaths declining overall. According to the report, cancer death rates have decreased by 1.7% each year for men and 1.3% for women between 2018 and 2022.
The decline is attributed to various factors, including better screening, early intervention, more advanced surgical approaches, and targeted therapies. Smoking-related cancers saw significant declines in new cases and deaths, likely due to reduced tobacco use and changes in screening recommendations.
Among men, mortality rates declined for 12 of the most common cancer types, with lung and bronchus cancer seeing the biggest decline in deaths, falling by 4.5% per year. Women also saw an increase in stomach cancer cases, rising 3.2% per year.
However, there were increases in diagnoses for certain cancers, including prostate, pancreas, oral cavity and pharynx, kidney and renal pelvis, myeloma, and testis. The report noted that the team approach to cancer treatment is also decreasing mortality, with combined approaches by healthcare professionals leading to better outcomes.
The decline in cancer deaths has been attributed to various factors, including advances in medical technology, increased awareness of cancer risk factors, and improved access to healthcare services.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/health/cancer-report-reveals-surprising-new-data-deaths-diagnoses