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In 100, almost 2020 out of 42 Polish women died of breast cancer. Five years earlier, this number was lower by more than 10 fatalities. The situation in our country in the case of oncological patients is not only not improving. She is systematically deteriorating.
- According to OECD estimates, on average 41,8 per 100 Polish women died in 2020 of breast cancer
- In turn, the WHO announced that breast cancer is currently the most common cancer in the world
- Over the years, the number of detected malignant neoplasms has been systematically growing in Poland
- More current information can be found on the Onet homepage.
The death rate among Polish women suffering from breast cancer is rising
On February 4, on the occasion of the World Cancer Day, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki wrote on his Twitter account that caring for cancer patients is a priority for the government. Morawiecki emphasized that the act on the national oncological network is to help in the fight against cancer in Poland. Despite these measures, however, the data are becoming more and more alarming, especially when it comes to the mortality rate of women suffering from breast cancer in Poland.
Alicja Defratyka drew attention to the discrepancy between the prime minister’s words and the actual figures regarding breast cancer on her Twitter account.
The data of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) show that on average 41,8 per 100 thousand people Polish women died in 2020 of breast cancer. In 2015 this number was 31,1 and in 2000 it was 30,2. Therefore, we are dealing with a steady growth, despite additional financial outlays, the development of medicine, and, at least in theory, increasing social awareness in the field of anti-cancer prevention.
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Breast cancer during the pandemic
In practice, however, the situation does not get any better. Last year, the coronavirus pandemic also contributed to this state of affairs. Polish women refrained from performing check-ups because they were afraid of COVID-19 infection and avoided clinics. Another issue was the difficult access to doctors. During a gynecological teleportation it is not possible to perform a breast examination, ultrasound or mammography. And it is these tests that allow the detection of cancer at an early stage of its development.
As a result, Polish women often came to the oncologist’s office only when the cancer was already showing noticeable symptoms. Meanwhile, when it comes to cancer, time plays a key role. The sooner it is detected, the better the patient’s prognosis.
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Breast cancer is the most common cancer according to WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that breast cancer is currently the most commonly diagnosed cancer. Until December 2020, lung cancer was the infamous leader. Currently, 12 percent of women during the year are diagnosed with breast cancer. In the last 20 years, the total number of breast cancers has increased by almost 100%.
Over the years, the number of diagnosed malignant neoplasms has also increased in Poland. From 1999 to 2017, it was a jump by almost 50%.
- There are more and more malignant neoplasms in Poland. Very disturbing data
How is breast cancer diagnosed?
To detect cancer at an early stage, a woman should have her breasts examined once a month. At least once every two years, a Pap smear should be performed by a gynecologist. There are a number of symptoms that require immediate consultation with a specialist. These are hard, enlarging, painless lumps in the breasts, bloody discharge from the nipple, enlarged lymph nodes in the armpits, and red or thickened skin on the breasts.
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