All articles tagged with #incidence rates
Originally Published 5 months ago — by PsyPost
A study of US veterans found significant regional differences in dementia rates, with the lowest in the Mid-Atlantic and the highest in the Southeast, highlighting the need for targeted healthcare and public health strategies.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CNN
A study finds that appendix cancer diagnoses have tripled among Gen X and quadrupled among millennials in the US from 1975 to 2019, raising concerns about environmental and lifestyle risk factors, despite the disease remaining rare. The article highlights individual stories, including Chris Williams' experience with early detection and treatment, and discusses the importance of awareness and prevention strategies for gastrointestinal cancers in younger populations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NewsNation Now
Women are being diagnosed with lung cancer at higher rates than men across all age groups, according to research by the American Cancer Society. The study found that there is no significant difference in smoking rates between the genders, suggesting that other factors may be contributing to the higher incidence rates in women. Further research is needed to understand the reasons behind this trend and develop strategies for prevention and treatment.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Childhood cancer diagnoses in the US have increased over the past 15 years, with rates still about 8% higher than in 2003, according to a study. Leukemia was the most commonly diagnosed childhood cancer, while melanoma diagnoses decreased. The combination of increased incidence and improved survival rates means more cancer survivors require long-term care and resources. The study's detailed data could help direct resources to areas of need, such as clinical trials and supportive care. The lag in data availability, logistical challenges due to the pandemic, and changes in detection and reporting methods contribute to the complexity of the trends. Efforts are being made to make pediatric cancer data more accessible in real-time to improve patient outcomes.