DE releases latest cancer report

On Tuesday, the Delaware Division of Public Health released a report on the state’s progress in reducing cancer rates and cancer-related deaths.The report looked at mortality and  incidence rates from 1998 to 2002 and from 2008 and 2012. Some of the findings included a 17% decrease in cancer mortality rates among men and 13% decrease among women. In regards to the  incidence rates,  Delaware saw a 4% percent decrease among men and women. One of the groups that also a significant drop in incidence rates were African American and Hispanics. Public Heath officials believe all these decline in rates are attributed to cancer screening and early detection.

To view the full report click here.