Cancer patient getting treatmentThe number of people diagnosed with cancer increases with age, andthat an aging population and increased number of cancer survivorswill contribute to the increased cost. (Photo:Shutterstock)

Costs associated with cancer treatment are expected to exceed$245 billion by 2030, or nearly a 34% increase from 2015 billing,according to a new study.

The study published in the medical journal CancerEpidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention found the total costsvaried by the type or location of the cancer, and the stage inwhich it was caught. Earlier treatment means lower costs, whileend-of-life treatment often has the biggest cost.

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