Survival from cancer varies with many factors, including: demographic characteristics, tumour type, stage of the cancer at diagnosis, co-morbidities, other prognostic indicators
Survival from cancer can be influenced by various factors including demographic characteristics, tumour type, stage of the cancer at diagnosis, other prognostic indicators and a
Cancer incidence data, as presented in this report, refer to the number of new cases of cancer diagnosed each year. They can be presented as absolute numbers or as rates.
Colonoscopy follow-up after a positive colorectal screening test
2727
4541
4
Australia has one of the highest rates of colorectal cancer in the world, and it is projected to be the third most commonly diagnosed cancer recorded in Australia in 2019 (after
Australia has one of the highest rates of colorectal cancer in the world, and it is projected to be the third most commonly diagnosed cancer recorded in Australia in 2019 (after
There is evidence that fruit and vegetables, and other foods containing dietary fibre, provide a protective effect against some cancers, particularly colorectal (bowel) cancers.
Overweight and obesity - children and young people
2729
2254
4
Overweight and obesity is calculated using the Body Mass Index (BMI), a scale based on height and weight commonly used to indicate if a person is underweight, has normal weight,
Australia has one of the highest incidence rates of colorectal cancer in the world, with this cancer projected to be the 2nd most commonly diagnosed cancer recorded b
The measure "Radiotherapy treatment activity" presents data for radiotherapy services delivered in Australia between 2013 and 2015, as indicated by reimbursement claims under th
Relative survival by stage at diagnosis (colorectal cancer)
5296
2700
4
This measure presents national survival by stage at diagnosis data for colorectal cancer in Australia using data sources that are routinely accessible to all cancer registries.
In 2015, tobacco was the leading cause of cancer in Australia.3, 4 About 90% (Australian men) and 65% (Australian women) of lung cancers are attributable to tobacco s
This measure shows the number of people receiving at least one of the cancer-related systemic therapies and a small number of supportive treatments in Australia in any one year
Time between positive colorectal screening test and diagnostic assessment
2728
2690
4
Australia has one of the highest rates of colorectal cancer in the world, and it is projected that this cancer will be the third most commonly diagnosed cancer recorded in Austr
Fruit and vegetables, and other foods containing dietary fibre, are known to have a protective effect against some cancers, particularly colorectal (bowel) cancer.4 A
