A new report reveals that almost 40% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime, with certain types such as breast, prostate, lung and bronchus, and colorectal cancer making up half of new cancer cases in 2023.
According to the report, lung and bronchus cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and breast cancer are responsible for nearly half of cancer-related deaths in 2023. The incidence rate of new cancer cases has declined by 5.4%, and the annual mortality rate has dropped by more than 26% between 2000 and 2019.
Statistics also show that men are more likely to receive a new cancer diagnosis and die from the disease compared to women. White Americans have the highest rate of new cancer diagnoses, while non-Hispanic Black Americans face the highest risk of cancer-related deaths.
On a positive note, the five-year cancer survival rate has increased from 63.5% in 2000 to 68.4% in 2015. However, concerns regarding rising obesity rates and its correlation to cancer risk remain, potentially impacting future mortality rates.
The average age of cancer diagnosis is 66, with the average age of death being 72. As researchers continue to study the trends and patterns of cancer incidence and mortality, efforts to raise awareness about prevention and early detection remain crucial in the fight against this prevalent disease. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving issue on Guam News Factor.’