Key statistics related to smoking and cancer patients in Canada – Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
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Evidence shows that quitting smoking improves the effectiveness of cancer treatment and likelihood of survival. These statistics, compiled in March 2017, can help cancer agencies and governments guide decision-making related to offering smoking cessation during cancer treatment.
Data on patients with cancer in Canada who smoke
Complete citations for included statistics
of patients with cancer in Canada continue to smoke
Key statistics on smoking amongst cancer patients in Canada
Key statistics on smoking amongst cancer patients in Canada: Raw data file
Key evidence from peer-reviewed and grey literature on smoking cessation for cancer patients
Use evidence from multiple sources to guide decisions about programs and policies that help patients with cancer quit smoking