More Americans survive cancer. But the psychological impacts can persist for years

Published June 9, 2026 · Category: News

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Morgan Newman, a survivor of cervical cancer, at the Des Moines Public Library last December.

Due to advancements in treatment and screening, more Americans are surviving cancer. But many are left with lingering mental health challenges like anxiety and depression.

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Originally published at www.npr.org.

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