Key cancer stats from the Canadian Cancer Society
Posted February 4, 2015 1:54 pm.
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As World Cancer Day is marked in Toronto and across the globe, here’s some key stats from the Canadian Cancer Society:
- It’s estimated that 191,300 Canadians developed cancer in 2014.
- 210 Canadians die each day from cancer.
- Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada and is responsible for 30% of all deaths.
- Lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer are the most common types of cancer in Canada (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer).
- Within Canada, the incidence and mortality rates for cancer are generally highest in Atlantic Canada and Quebec. It’s the lowest in B.C.
- Between 2006-2008, survival rates of cancer increased from 56% to 63% for all cancers combined
What can be done to help prevent cancer?
- One third of all cancers may be prevented by eating well, being active, and staying at a healthy body weight
- Avoid smoking and second hand smoke
- Limit alcohol intake
