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The main reason women are less likely to survive ovarian cancer in the UK than in other comparable countries appears to be due to very low survival in those with more advanced stages of the disease, shows new research published in the journal Gynecologic Oncology. The main reason women are less likely to survive ovarian cancer in the UK than in other comparable countries appears to be due to very low survival in those with more advanced stages of the disease, shows new research published in the journal Gynecologic Oncology.

by Cancer Research UK | News | 3 October 2012

3 October 2012

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The rates of people dying from cancer are predicted to fall by 17 per cent (16.8) in the UK by 2030 according to new statistics released today by Cancer Research UK (Tuesday). The rates of people dying from cancer are predicted to fall by 17 per cent (16.8) in the UK by 2030 according to new statistics released today by Cancer Research UK (Tuesday).

by Cancer Research UK | News | 25 September 2012

25 September 2012

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We look at the science behind misleading headlines saying physical inactivity is 'as bad as smoking'. We look at the science behind misleading headlines saying physical inactivity is 'as bad as smoking'.

by Henry Scowcroft | Analysis | 15 August 2012

15 August 2012

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Three recent studies underline the need for action on tobacco marketing, such as forcing tobacco companies to sell their wares in plain packs. Three recent studies underline the need for action on tobacco marketing, such as forcing tobacco companies to sell their wares in plain packs.

by Henry Scowcroft | Analysis | 7 August 2012

7 August 2012