Tag: Cancer incidence
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Why Thyroid Cancer Rates Are Rising Worldwide: Causes and Trends
Overview: A Global Rise in Thyroid Cancer Thyroid cancer incidence has been increasing in many parts of the world, and in some places the rise appears faster than for other cancers. While heightened awareness and better detection play a major role, researchers are digging deeper to understand additional contributing factors. This article examines what’s behind…
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Rising Cancer Incidence Across Six Types in 42 Countries (2003–2017)
Overview: A Global Increase in Cancer Incidence A new analysis published in the Annals of Internal Medicine reveals that cancer incidence rates rose for six cancer types across 42 countries between 2003 and 2017. The study, highlighted by HealthDay News, tracks changes over nearly a decade and a half, underscoring a shifting landscape in global…
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Incidence Rates Rise 2003–2017 for Six Cancers Across 42 Countries
Rising Cancer Incidence Across Multiple Types Calls for Renewed Vigilance A new international study published online on Oct. 20 in the Annals of Internal Medicine reveals that cancer incidence rates increased between 2003 and 2017 for six major cancer types across 42 countries. The findings highlight shifts in who is getting cancer and raise important…
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Incidence Rates Rise Across Six Cancers in 42 Countries (2003–2017)
Overview: A Global Rise in Six Cancer Types New findings published online by the Annals of Internal Medicine reveal that cancer incidence rates increased from 2003 to 2017 for six cancer types across 42 countries. The study, summarized by HealthDay News, shows that increases affected both younger and older adults, underscoring evolving cancer patterns worldwide…
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Long-term cancer survival rates on the rise: AIHW findings
Australia records notable rise in long-term cancer survival New data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) reveal a substantial improvement in long-term cancer survival. The five-year relative survival rate for people diagnosed with any form of cancer has climbed from around 50% in 1987–1991 to about 72% in 2017–2021, marking a significant…