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

NPR News Tuesday 09 June 2026, 09:00 UTC By Natalie Krebs 1 min read

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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.(Image credit: Natalie Krebs)

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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