Cancer-related deaths dropped dramatically in last 3 decades, report says

A new report shows cancer deaths dropped dramatically in the last three decades.

The data shows the rate has declined 33% since 1991.

The American Cancer Society released the report, and CEO Dr. Karen Knudsen joined CBS2 to discuss the findings.She also addressed three types of cancer -- breast, prostate and uterine -- that are still on the rise. and watch her full interview above for more information.

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