Cancer Facts & Figures 2015
This annual report provides the estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2015, as well as current cancer incidence, mortality, and survival statistics and information on cancer symptoms, risk factors, early detection, and treatment. In 2015, there will be an estimated 1,658,370 new cancer cases diagnosed and 589,430 cancer deaths in the US. (Please note: The projected numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2015 should not be compared with previous years to track cancer trends because they are model-based and vary from year to year for reasons other than changes in cancer occurrence. Age-standardized incidence and death rates should be used to measure cancer trends.)
Cancer Facts & Figures 2015 Special Section: Breast Carcinoma In Situ
In 2015, there will be an estimated 60,290 new cases of breast carcinoma in situ diagnosed, 83% of which will be ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and 12% lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS). This year’s special section reviews breast carcinoma in situ, including incidence rates and trends, risk factors, prognostic characteristics, and treatment patterns. It is intended to inform anyone interested in learning more about breast carcinoma in situ, including policy makers, researchers, clinicians, cancer control advocates, patients, and caregivers.
Cancer Facts & Figures 2015 Supplemental Data
This supplemental data set provides the estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2015 by state for 21 cancer sites and by age group for the four major sites (lung, breast, colorectum, and prostate). Also included is the lifetime probability of developing and dying from cancer for 23 cancer types and the estimated number of cancer survivors who were diagnosed within the past 5 years by state. These data can be used as a resource for cancer control planning at the state level, as well as to address questions from the media or constituents. Divisions are encouraged to share this information with staff and volunteers, and to use it with state and local officials, reporters, and other public health and advocacy groups in local communities.
- Estimated New Cases for the Four Major Cancers by Sex & Age Group, 2015 (PDF)
- Estimated Deaths for the Four Major Cancers by Sex & Age Group, 2015 (PDF)
- Estimated New Cases & Deaths by State for 21 Cancer Sites, 2015 (PDF)
- Estimated 1-5 Year Cancer Survivors by State in 2015, Based on Observed Survival Rates (PDF)
- Lifetime Probability of Developing & Dying from Cancer for 23 Sites, 2009-2011 (PDF)
Downloadable Data
Download key cancer trend data from Cancer Facts & Figures 2015. Please note that all material using this data should credit the "American Cancer Society, Cancer Facts & Figures 2015."
Most Requested Tables and Figures
The most requested tables and figures from Cancer Facts & Figures 2015 have been assembled in an electronic format (PDF) to make it easy for you to use them. Please note that all graphic material should credit the "American Cancer Society, Cancer Facts & Figures 2015.”
- Trends in Age-adjusted Cancer Death Rates by Site, Males, US, 1930-2011 (PDF)
- Trends in Age-adjusted Cancer Death Rates by Site, Females, US, 1930-2011 (PDF)
- Estimated Number of New Cancer Cases and Deaths by Sex, US, 2015 (PDF)
- Estimated Number of New Cases for Selected Cancers by State, US, 2015 (PDF)
- Estimated Number of Deaths for Selected Cancers by State, US, 2015 (PDF)
- Leading Sites of New Cancer Cases and Deaths - 2015 Estimates (PDF)
- Probability of Developing Invasive Cancer during Selected Age Intervals, US, 2009-2011 (PDF)
- Incidence and Death Rates for Selected Cancers by Race and Ethnicity, US, 2007-2011 (PDF)
- Geographic Patterns in Lung Cancer Death Rates, US, 2007-2011 (PDF)
Cancer Statistics 2015 Slide Presentation
The following presentation provides an overview of current cancer statistics in the US.
