Swiss Cancer Treatment Resilient Through Pandemic

National Cancer Registry study reveals Switzerland maintained cancer survival rates during COVID-19, unlike other countries.

Key Takeaways

Switzerland maintained cancer survival rates during COVID-19 pandemic
19.9% fewer cancer cases were diagnosed in April 2020
Cancer diagnoses increased by 7.3% in 2021

By The Numbers

-39.9%

Breast cancer diagnosis reduction during first wave

-28.7%

Colorectal cancer diagnosis reduction during first wave

+18.8%

Increase in cancer diagnoses in March 2021

They Said

"While studies from other countries have observed relevant changes in Covid-19 in relation to cancer incidence, the situation in Switzerland appears to be different"
— National Cancer Registry experts

Swiss Cancer Care Proves Resilient

Impact on Cancer Diagnoses During First Wave

Recovery and Catch-up Period

Maintaining Survival Rates

Sources & References

The Covid-19 pandemic did not reduce cancer survival rates in Switzerland

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