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20 June 2017
Toronto -
About Canadian Cancer Statistics Canadian Cancer Statistics 2017 was prepared through a partnership of the Canadian Cancer Society, the Public Health Agency of Canada, Statistics Canada and provincial and territorial cancer registries.
The methodology for calculating the lifetime probability of developing cancer has been enhanced this year to better capture cancers that might have occurred in the past. The new numbers are a better reflection of the risk of being diagnosed with cancer at some point in life, whether in the future or in the past. This methodology is similar to that now being used in the United States and United Kingdom.
For more information about Canadian Cancer Statistics 2017, visit cancer.ca/statistics
Canadian Cancer Statistics 2017 media release.
The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is the only national charity that supports Canadians with all cancers in communities across the country. No other organization does what we do; we are the voice for Canadians who care about cancer. We fund groundbreaking research, provide a support system for all those affected by cancer and advocate to governments for important social change.
Help us make a difference. Call 1-888-939-3333 or visit cancer.ca today.
For more information, please contact:
Brooke Kelly
Communications Coordinator
Canadian Cancer Society
National office
Phone: 416-934-5321