Because cancer is now the #1 killer in Minnesota
Each year, more than 23,000 Minnesotans are diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening cancer, and more than 9,000 die from the disease. More than two-thirds of cancer deaths could be prevented through the adoption of healthier lifestyles and greater use of screening.
Because 50% of Minnesotans will be diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening cancer during their lifetime.
One in four Minnesotans will die from cancer.
Because more Minnesotans are surviving cancer than ever before.
In the year 2000, an estimated 156,600 Minnesotans were living with a history of cancer. This number is projected to grow dramatically as the population ages and as advances are made in early detection and treatment.
Because as the population ages, the cost of cancer will continue to rise.
No single organization or agency can address this alone.
