Scientists heralded ‘golden age’ for cancer treatmentCancer survival rates have doubled in England and Wales over the last half a century amid a “golden age” for cancer treatment. That’s according to a landmark report by Cancer Research UK (CRUK), which analysed cancer deaths in the two nations between 1973 and 2023. “We’re in a golden age for cancer research, with advances in digital, genomics, data science and AI reimagining what’s possible and bringing promise for current and future generations. A new therapy for advanced breast cancer, meanwhile, was shown to slow the disease, helping patients to live longer. Related: Welcome to the ‘golden age’ of medicineImage: Thirdman