The Mortality from Cancer Throghout the World

By Frederick L. Hoffman

Book Overview

The book ""The Mortality From Cancer Throughout The World"" by Frederick L. Hoffman is a comprehensive study on the incidence and mortality rates of cancer across the globe. The author, who was a statistician and cancer researcher, presents detailed data on the prevalence of different types of cancer in various regions of the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of cancer epidemiology. The first section provides an overview of global cancer trends and highlights the disparities in cancer incidence and mortality rates among different populations. The subsequent sections delve into the specific types of cancer, such as lung cancer, breast cancer, and prostate cancer, and examine their prevalence and mortality rates in different parts of the world.The author also discusses the various risk factors associated with cancer, such as smoking, diet, and environmental factors. He analyzes the impact of these risk factors on cancer incidence and mortality rates and provides recommendations for reducing the burden of cancer on society.Overall, ""The Mortality From Cancer Throughout The World"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the global burden of cancer and the factors that contribute to its prevalence. The book provides a thorough analysis of cancer epidemiology and offers insights into how we can work to prevent and treat this devastating disease.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432508709
• ISBN13: 9781432508708
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 828 Pages
• Weight: 3.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"