There�s
encouraging news to report in Delaware when it comes to cancer mortality.
After consistently placing among the top 5 highest states in the country
for cancer mortality during the 90s, Delaware now shows steady
improvement. In fact, Delaware�s rate of improvement in cancer deaths now
leads the country.
Here are a few facts of interest:
- Comparing 2005 with 1990, there was
an overall increase in cancer deaths nationwide of 2.7 per 100,000
population.
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During this period, 16 states
experienced a decreased death rate. Delaware, New York and Maryland led
the most improved category (a decrease of more than 12 deaths per
100,000).
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From 2004 to 2005 there was a
nationwide decrease in the cancer death rate of .5 deaths per 100,000.
Delaware and Utah led the way with a decline of more than 7 deaths per
100,000.
We still have a long way to go, but
continued success is achievable thanks to screening programs, free cancer
treatment for uninsured Delawareans for up to a year and other
statewide cancer initiatives. That�s good news, indeed, and news we trust
will only get better.
This cancer mortality
update was adapted from a study conducted by Medical Oncology Hematology
Consultants, P.A.
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