Cancer in Australia 1996: incidence and mortality data for 1996 and selected data for 1997 and 1998

Cancer in Australia 1996 presents comprehensive national data on cancer incidence and mortality. The report provides 1996 and selected 1997 and 1998 data for cancers by site, age and sex, and summary data for each State and Territory. Incidence and mortality trends since the early 1980s, age patterns for selected cancers and international comparisons are features of this report. The information in this report is supported by more detailed information for all cancer sites on the Institute's Internet web site.