The majority of cancer cases are now found in developing countries . 72 per cent of all cancer deaths in 2007 occurred in poorer countries . In the United States, about one out of every five people is diagnosed with a serious form of cancer. A third of cancers can be cured if detected early and treated adequately .
The majority of cancer cases are now found in developing countries . 72 per cent of all cancer deaths in 2007 occurred in poorer countries . By 2030 , WHO estimates there will be 12 million cancer related deaths worldwide . A third of cancers can be cured if detected early and treated adequately .