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For the first time, the five-year survival rate for all cancers has reached 70 percent, according to a new report, a trend that reflects the effectiveness of early prevention and detection strategies, and advancements in treatment and care, experts say. https://wapo.st/45T6Zm3

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The headline ‘70% survival’ sounds like progress, but it hides a huge gap. Survival still depends heavily on money, insurance, and access to quality care. This isn’t news for ordinary Americans; it’s a story of averages that mostly reflect those already advantaged by the system.