Cancer Mortality Rates Declined Over the Past 20 Years in the United States

Cancer Mortality Rates Declined Over the Past 20 Years in the United States


“Progress has been made in reducing overall cancer mortality, largely driven by sustained declines in lung cancer,” according to the report “The Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer (ARN).” To decrease the odds of dying from cancer, 20 years of data reported by the U.S. National Cancer Institute (NCI) suggests to stop any kind of tobacco use, and focus on weight loss. In general, the report summarizes gradual progress in the war against cancer, but could benefit from more attention and progress in specific battles.

Author: Paul Smaglik


Published at: 2025-04-23 21:45:00

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