25-Year UK Trends in Cancer Incidence and Mortality
Cancer remains a significant public health challenge worldwide, with its impact extending across generations. A recent study sheds light on the evolving landscape of cancer in the UK over the past 25 years. Their retrospective analysis, focusing on adults aged 35-69, offers valuable insights into cancer trends, highlighting both progress and areas that require continued attention. Increasing Incidence, Decreasing Mortality One of the key findings of the study is the notable increase in cancer incidence among adults in the specified age group. The number of cancer cases rose by 57% for men and 48% for women between 1993 and 2018. This increase was primarily driven by rising rates of prostate cancer in men and breast cancer in women. However, when…