Survival ratesare a measure of how many people remain alive with a disease after a certain amount of time.
This data tracks five-year relative survival rates for lung cancer based on how far the cancer has spread.
Survival Rates by Age
Your age at the time of diagnosis can also affect your survival.
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Newer and better drugs have helped improve the odds.
Additionally, newer and better categories of drugs are now available to fight the disease.
Your chances of survival improve with an early diagnosis.
Your age, lifestyle, and health can also contribute to your survival.
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