Medicines have significantly increased chances of cancer survival around the globe
Since a peak in 1991, cancer mortality rates have declined by as much as 27% around the world. These gains in cancer survival are largely attributed to new and innovative therapies.According to the CDC, for patients with childhood leukemia, prostate, and breast cancers, five-year survival has increased steadily in most developed countries, with some countries reporting five-year survival rates of more than 85%.
Source: The Catalyst - Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Amey Sutkowski Tags: Research and Development Value cancer drug cost Source Type: news
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