Australia’s sustains efforts save thousands of cancer patients
(MENAFN) A new study has found that more than 230,000 cancer-related deaths have been avoided in Australia since the mid-1980s, largely due to sustained efforts in prevention, early detection, and improved treatment.
Published on Tuesday in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, the research highlights how anti-smoking campaigns have significantly reduced lung cancer fatalities, while advancements in screening and medical care have lowered death rates from breast, cervical, and stomach cancers. Lead researcher Brigid Lynch, deputy head of Cancer Epidemiology at Cancer Council Victoria, noted, “What we're seeing is a snowball effect, we're now seeing the result of investments made in cancer control over the many decades.”
According to the study, the overall risk of dying from cancer has dropped by 20 percent for men and 11 percent for women since the 1980s.
Despite the progress, the report warns of increasing deaths from liver and brain cancers, primarily linked to lifestyle choices and long-term infections. Researchers stress the importance of sustained investment in prevention programs and early diagnosis, particularly as projections indicate a 50 percent increase in cancer cases by 2044, driven by an ageing population.
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