Cancer is a prominent contributor to global mortality rates, with the distinction of being the second leading cause of death in the United States, surpassed only by heart disease. This pervasive ailment stems from the aberrant proliferation of cells, leading to the deterioration of bodily tissues. Capable of affecting any anatomical region, cancer possesses the ability to metastasise, spreading to diverse bodily sites and tissues.
While treatments such as chemotherapy offer the potential for cancer remission, they often come at a considerable financial cost and may be inaccessible in certain regions. Moreover, the efficacy of treatment cannot ensure the complete eradication of the disease.
The United States has the highest overall cancer survival rate, with survival rates of 88.6% for breast cancer, 29.1% for stomach cancer, 18.7% for lung cancer, and 97.2% for prostate cancer.
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Cancer Survival Rates By Country 2024
While certain nations may not feature prominently on the list of overall highest survival rates, they demonstrate commendable performance in specific types of cancer. Take, for instance, Southeast Asian countries like Japan and South Korea, which exhibit remarkable success rates in gastrointestinal cancers. Conversely, these nations present comparatively lower survival rates for other cancer types, such as melanoma. This regional variation underscores the complex interplay of factors influencing cancer outcomes, including genetic predispositions, access to healthcare resources, and treatment protocols. Here is the list:
| Countries | Breast Cancer Survival Rate | Stomach Cancer Survival Rate | Lung Cancer Survival Rate | Prostate Cancer Survival Rate |
| Cyprus | 90.6 | 26.3 | 15.4 | 93.1 |
| United States | 88.6 | 29.1 | 18.7 | 97.2 |
| Brazil | 87.4 | 24.9 | 18 | 96.1 |
| Mauritius | 87.4 | 40.7 | 37.2 | 77.3 |
| France | 86.9 | 27.7 | 13.6 | 90.5 |
| Finland | 86.8 | 25.2 | 12.3 | 93.2 |
| Israel | 86.7 | 28.6 | 23.8 | 94 |
| Italy | 86.2 | 32.4 | 14.7 | 89.7 |
| Australia | 86.2 | 27.9 | 15 | 88.5 |
| Sweden | 86.2 | 23.2 | 15.6 | 89.2 |
| Norway | 85.9 | 24.1 | 15 | 86.3 |
| Canada | 85.8 | 24.8 | 17.3 | 91.7 |
| Switzerland | 85.5 | 30.4 | 16.5 | 88 |
| Belgium | 85.4 | 33.4 | 16.6 | 92.6 |
| Germany | 85.3 | 31.6 | 16.2 | 91.2 |
| Qatar | 85.3 | 27.3 | 13.2 | 55.3 |
| Iceland | 85.3 | 32.3 | 15 | 83.5 |
| Netherlands | 85 | 21.4 | 14.8 | 85.8 |
| Japan | 84.7 | 54 | 30.1 | 86.8 |
| Gibraltar | 84.4 | 9.4 | 20.2 | 67.4 |
| Spain | 83.7 | 27.3 | 12.6 | 87.1 |
| New Zealand | 83.7 | 26.7 | 12.4 | 88.7 |
| Portugal | 83.4 | 32.6 | 12.8 | 89.4 |
| Ecuador | 83.2 | 31.9 | 28.7 | 92.4 |
| Puerto Rico | 83 | 28.6 | 15.8 | 97.7 |
| Austria | 82.9 | 33.1 | 17.9 | 90.5 |
| South Korea | 82.7 | 57.9 | 18.5 | 82.2 |
| Taiwan | 82.4 | 36.4 | 14.3 | 77.9 |
| Denmark | 82 | 17.9 | 11.3 | 77.2 |
| United Kingdom | 81.1 | 18.5 | 9.6 | 83.2 |
| China | 80.9 | 31.3 | 17.5 | 63.8 |
| Slovenia | 80.2 | 26.7 | 11.4 | 78.1 |
| Czech Republic | 80 | 23.2 | 12.3 | 83.1 |
| Ireland | 80 | 22.7 | 12.9 | 88.4 |
| Turkey | 78.6 | 17.1 | 10.1 | 80.6 |
| Croatia | 77.9 | 21.3 | 13.6 | 75.1 |
| Indonesia | 77.7 | 18.4 | 12.2 | 43.5 |
| Cuba | 77.7 | 26.2 | 18.2 | 56.1 |
| Chile | 77.1 | 18 | 6.3 | 88.7 |
| Argentina | 76.6 | 16 | 11.9 | 86.6 |
| Libya | 76.6 | 3 | 2.2 | 41.4 |
| Malta | 76.3 | 18 | 10.8 | 84.8 |
| Colombia | 76.1 | 16.6 | 9 | 78.6 |
| Romania | 75 | 22.1 | 16.2 | 79.5 |
| Poland | 74.1 | 18.6 | 13.4 | 74.1 |
| Bulgaria | 73.9 | 12.9 | 6.3 | 53.4 |
| Estonia | 72.4 | 22.8 | 11.9 | 73.2 |
| Slovakia | 72.1 | 19.7 | 10.7 | 66 |
| Lithuania | 72.1 | 26 | 7.7 | 92.4 |
| Thailand | 71.3 | 12.4 | 8.1 | 57.7 |
| Latvia | 71.1 | 22.8 | 16.2 | 73.9 |
| Russia | 70.6 | 19.9 | 15.7 | 69.6 |
| Tunisia | 68.4 | 49 | 10.3 | 100 |
| Malaysia | 67.8 | 24.2 | 10.7 | 66.4 |
| India | 60.4 | 18.7 | 9.6 | 58.1 |
| Algeria | 59.8 | 10.3 | 14.8 | 58.5 |
| Mongolia | 56.5 | 15.1 | 6.6 | 39.6 |
| South Africa | 53.4 | 0 | 19 | 100 |
| Jordan | 43.1 | 28.8 | 4.4 | 27.4 |
| Nigeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 91 |
| Belarus | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hong Kong | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uruguay | 0 | 0 | 9.1 | 0 |
Reports of this nature often emphasise the critical role of early detection in improving cancer survival rates. Indeed, the likelihood of surviving cancer is intricately linked to the timely identification of the disease. As cancer progresses untreated, the patient's chances of survival diminish significantly. Thus, early detection not only enhances treatment options but also increases the prospects of successful outcomes, underlining the paramount importance of proactive screening and diagnostic measures.
This list is based on the 2018 CONCORD-3 report, which analysed data from 37.5 million cancer patient records across 71 countries and territories, shedding light on the five-year survival rates for 18 different types of cancers in both adults and children. This comprehensive study aimed to ascertain the nations with the highest survival rates among cancer patients.
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