Cancer Incidence and Death Rates Decline Nationally, Report Shows

Why it matters locally: The report includes state-level analysis of lung cancer trends that may provide Louisiana health officials and researchers with comparative data on regional cancer patterns.

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For the first time since 1998, the annual report issued by major cancer organizations documents a decline in both cancer incidence and death rates in the United States. This overall trend reflects decreases in several prevalent cancer types, according to the report. The findings also incorporate a special feature analyzing lung cancer trends at the state level. The report revealed variations in the rates of lung cancer across different regions. Specific data points and further analysis were included in the document, which was compiled through a collaborative effort by multiple institutions. Researchers will continue to monitor these cancer trends in forthcoming reports.