Across the globe, there are huge gaps in cancer survival rates. The countries with the higher rates include Australia, Japan, France, US and Canada. Mainly, this is down to funds put towards to research by each governing body.
Researchers have said higher spending has led to quick access to tests and faster treatment. This generally resulting in a steady increase of cancer survival rates in recent years.
Highlighting the large gap in rates, Algeria, the only African country to be involved in the survey, came bottom in all types of cancer.