In 2021, cancer was the second leading cause of death in the EU, with 1.1 million fatalities. Survival rates vary by cancer type and country, with significant disparities across Europe. Lung cancer survival is low in Bulgaria (7.7%) and higher in Switzerland (20.4%). Prostate cancer has a high survival rate of 87%, while pancreatic cancer remains critically low at around 9%. Factors influencing survival include the stage of diagnosis and access to treatments. The article highlights the importance of early diagnosis and effective treatment availability. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)