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Deprivation linked to poorer cancer outcomes
2nd December 2022
Research led by Cancer Research UK shows that cancer death rates are 74% higher amongst the most deprived populations in Scotland compared to the least deprived.
Around 4,900 extra cancer cases a year are linked to deprivation in Scotland, which equates to around 13 avoidable cancer cases a day. (2/4)
— Cancer Research UK in Scotland (@CRUKScotland) November 28, 2022
We are calling for urgent action by the Scottish Government to improve cancer survival for all. (4/4)
— Cancer Research UK in Scotland (@CRUKScotland) November 28, 2022
Thousands more cancer cases linked to deprivation https://t.co/9hmw659qWy
— BBC News (UK) (@BBCNews) November 28, 2022
The link between deprivation and cancer outcomes is not just a Scottish problem though, as you can see from the data below.
You can read more about the data behind deprivation and health outcomes on the the office for national Statistics (ONS) website: How does deprivation vary by leading cause of death?
Liz Blamire
Liz is a former NHS midwife, who has worked in community, birth centre and acute hospital settings. Liz is an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, who has taught Health and Social Care in FE and secondary schools, where she was a successful HOD. Liz is an experienced senior examiner and author and is the current tutor2u subject lead for Health and Social Care.
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