Cancer death rates in the UK have dropped to their lowest level on record, according to the latest figures from Cancer Research UK. Between 2022 and 2024, around 247 people per 100,000 died from cancer each year, down from a peak of 355 per 100,000 in 1989. This marks a decline of nearly 29%.

Researchers say the steady decrease reflects decades of progress in cancer research, early detection, and improved treatment options. Investments in prevention, including awareness and screening programmes, have also played a key role in reducing deaths.

Significant improvements have been seen in several major cancer types. Over the past ten years, deaths from stomach cancer have fallen by 34%, while lung cancer deaths dropped by 22%. Ovarian cancer deaths declined by 19%, breast cancer by 14%, and prostate cancer by 11%.

Experts say the figures show real progress, but stress that continued investment and innovation are needed to further reduce cancer deaths and improve survival rates.

Authorities are linking the decrease to the investment in research, prevention and treatment.

However, while cancer death rates are falling, the total number of people dying from cancer is still rising. This is largely because the UK population is growing and people are living longer.

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