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How effective are standard treatments in eliminating the cancer and preventing recurrence?
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Steadily improving: In terms of winning the battle against cancer, we passed the 50% mark about 5 years ago. We are now winning the battle about 65% of the time.
Answered 9/28/2016
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It depends...: It depends on the type of cancer you are talking about. With respect to pediatric cancer as a whole, we cure ~80%. Some cancers approach 100% cure, while others are ~10%. We are constantly performing research and clinical trials to help those we currently cannot cure.
Answered 9/10/2013
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