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Measuring progress against cancer.

H Møller1, A Mellemgaard, O M Jensen

  • 1Danish Cancer Registry, Institute of Cancer Epidemiology, Copenhagen.

Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology
|January 1, 1988
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Cancer incidence is rising across all ages, but mortality is decreasing in younger groups. Declines in gastric cancer and cervical cancer screening successes are noted, though lung cancer increases offset some gains.

Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Oncology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cancer trends are crucial for public health planning and resource allocation.
  • Understanding age-specific incidence and mortality provides insights into disease patterns and risk factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze age-specific cancer incidence and mortality trends in Denmark from 1951 to 1980.
  • To identify factors contributing to observed changes in cancer rates.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of cancer incidence and mortality data.
  • Stratification of data by age group and sex.
  • Comparison of rates between early (1951-1955) and late (1976-1980) periods.

Main Results:

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  • Overall cancer incidence increased across all age groups and both sexes.
  • Cancer mortality decreased in younger age groups, contrasting with overall incidence trends.
  • Significant decreases in gastric cancer incidence and mortality were observed.
  • Cervical cancer screening led to a substantial incidence reduction in younger women.
  • Increased lung cancer incidence largely counteracted potential overall mortality reductions.

    • Conclusions:

    • While overall cancer risk is increasing, targeted interventions and screening programs show success in reducing mortality for specific cancers.
    • The rising incidence of lung cancer poses a significant challenge to overall cancer control efforts.
    • Continued monitoring and analysis of cancer trends are essential for effective public health strategies.