Cancer mortality
Coverage of Cancer mortality in the Nexus archive.
- Simple sitting change linked to lower risk of cancer death, study finds
A study led by the University of Glasgow found that interrupting prolonged sitting with physical activity reduces cancer death risk. Participants who broke up sedentary periods with light, moderate, or vigorous activity saw risk reductions of 12%, 8%, and 22% respectively when replacing one hour or portions of sitting. The observational study tracked 91,292 UK participants over 12 years using movement-tracking devices.
- The U.S. cut cancer deaths by 34% since 1991—but not in 458 rural counties
The U.S. saw a 34% decline in cancer deaths between 1991 and 2022, but 458 rural counties experienced much smaller reductions. Urban areas like New York City and the San Francisco Bay Area saw declines exceeding 40%, while rural counties in the Midwest had declines as low as 20%.
- Where you live could shape your risk of cancer mortality, study suggests
A study published in the British Journal of Cancer highlights disparities in cancer mortality decline across U.S. regions and income levels, with urban, coastal, and higher-income counties showing greater improvements. Rural and lower-income areas experienced smaller declines, emphasizing factors like tobacco control and access to healthcare as contributing factors.