What are the recent cancer statistics and what do they all mean?
Click here to view the most recent statistics on cancer. This data includes information on incidence, mortality and survival rates, which are the three most common groups of statistics produced about cancer. Understanding what each one means is integral to being able to comprehend and apply what you’re reading. Read more on the reliability of statistics and what they can and cannot tell you. For an explanation of cancer research papers and clinical trials, and what kind of info each can provide, click here. Q: Can cancer be prevented? A: By taking preventative measures to minimize risk, we believe that most cancers can be prevented. These include simple things like protecting your skin from burning and over exposure to the sun, not smoking and avoiding unhealthy activities such as using drugs that can damage organs. You should also eat a high fiber, low fat diet and exercise regularly. While these may not prevent all cancer, they will help fight it by keeping you healthy and your immun
