NHS struggling to cope with record numbers, which Cancer Research UK says puts progress on survival rates at risk
The number of people in the UK being diagnosed with cancer has reached a record high, with one person diagnosed every 80 seconds, a report reveals.
Cancer Research UK found that more than 403,000 people were being diagnosed with the disease each year, largely due to a growing and ageing population, as people are more likely to develop cancer as they get older.
The NHS is struggling to cope with rising demand for care. Cancer waiting times across the UK are among the worst on record, according to the report.
Incidences have risen to 620 per 100,000 people, from 610 a decade ago, partly driven by rising obesity levels. The proportion of cases diagnosed early has barely changed, inching up from 54% to 55%.
