Cancer survival rates

Improvements in cancer survival rates over the past 40 years in the UK are charted by Macmillan Cancer Support in a study undertaken by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Huge improvements for some cancers are contrasted with an absence of change for others, particularly lung, brain and pancreatic cancers. NHS Information Centre has published data on bowel cancer care that highlights the continuing problem with late diagnosis. A policy briefing from Breast Cancer Care takes a look at inequalities in care, especially amongst older women.