"Slowing Progress: Cancer Survival Rates Stagnate in the UK"
A report by Cancer Research UK reveals that the rate of improvement in cancer survival has slowed significantly, with lack of sufficient funding for research largely to blame. While the likelihood of surviving a decade or more with cancer in the UK has risen to 49.8% in 2018, up from 47.9% in 2010-11, the report warns of a funding gap of over £1bn unless government spending levels for research are maintained. The report emphasizes the impact of screening programs and research on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, but highlights the need for faster diagnosis and treatment, as well as more efforts in cancer prevention.