3 million people will have had cancer by 2030

Most families have been touched by cancer at some point in their lives, and it is still considered one of the most feared and deadly diseases, despite a significant increase in survival rates, as shown by government figures. Diagnosis rates have increased by 54% for women and by 29% for men, however 1,800,000 people are still suffering from the illness in England, with a 67% increase expected over the years, with 3 million people predicted to be living with cancer in 2030.

Cancer infographic