Cancer

Cause Overview

Nearly half of all Americans will be diagnosed with cancer at least once in their lives.
Washington Post, 14 Dec 2005

1 in 4 deaths in America are caused by cancer.
American Cancer Society

1 in 6 Americans will develop some form of skin cancer.
Strang Cancer Prevention Center, 2006

1 in 7 women will develop breast cancer.
Strang Cancer Prevention Center, 2006

Cancer claims twice as many lives as AIDS.
International Union Against Cancer, 2006

By 2020, an estimated 60% of all new cancer cases will occur in the developing world.
International Union Against Cancer, 2006

30% of all cancer cases could be prevented with current scientific knowledge.
International Union Against Cancer, 2006

30% of all cancer cases could be cured, given earlier diagnosis and effective treatment.
International Union Against Cancer, 2006

80% of children with cancer live in developing countries.
International Union Against Cancer, 2006

Today, between 25% and 30% of all cancer deaths are due to tobacco use.
International Union Against Cancer, 2006