Cancer cases in England hit record high

Cancer cases in England have reached a new high, with nearly 1,000 diagnoses made every day, according to NHS data. In 2022, there were 346,217 cancer diagnoses, a 5% increase from 2021. The rise largely stems from a significant increase in prostate cancer cases, which rose by over 25%.

While the incidence of cancer has increased, death rates are falling. Dame Cally Palmer of NHS England stated, "Our work is leading to more people starting treatment promptly – potentially saving lives." Current initiatives are encouraging earlier cancer checks post-pandemic, aiming for quicker diagnoses and better care for patients.