Finally, Some Good News in the Fight Against Cancer
Gizmodo • • health
Key Points:
- The American Cancer Society's latest report reveals that 70% of U.S. cancer patients diagnosed between 2015 and 2021 survived at least five years, a significant increase from 49% in the mid-1970s, reflecting major advancements in treatment and early detection.
- Survival rates have notably improved for deadly cancers such as myeloma, liver, and lung cancer, with five-year survival for advanced cancers doubling from 17% to 35%.
- Despite progress, cancer remains the second-leading cause of death in the U.S., with over 2 million new cases and 600,000 deaths projected in 2026, and incidence rates rising for several common cancers including breast, prostate, and pancreatic cancers.
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