Becker's Healthcare November 21, 2024
The American Lung Association released its 2024 “State of Lung Cancer” report, highlighting a 26% increase in survival and a 15% decrease in incidence, though care disparities across state lines and demographics are still influencing patient outcomes.
The report includes national and state level data on lung cancer screening, diagnosis, survival, treatment trends and disparities in care, according to a Nov. 19 news release from the association.
Here are seven takeaways from the report:
- Survival: The national lung cancer survival rate has increased by 26% over the past five years to 28.4%. Massachusetts had the highest survival rate at 37.9% and Oklahoma had the lowest at 22.2%. The five-year survival rate for lung cancer is 64% when diagnosed...
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