Advances in treatment are driving the decline in lung cancer deaths - STAT

Advances in treatment are driving the decline in lung cancer deaths - STAT

Lung cancer deaths are declining faster than new cases. Advances in treatment are making the difference

By NORMAN E. SHARPLESS

ANNE WESTON/FRANCIS CRICK INSTITUTE/WELLCOME

That fewer Americans smoke tobacco has led to a significant decline in lung cancer deaths. Advances in treatment are also a major contributor.

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