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Impact of Tobacco Control Efforts on Lung Cancer Deaths Among US Females, Ages 30-84, from 1975-2000

Caption: This line chart plots lung cancer death rates from 1975-2000, under the three scenarios discussed in a paper by researchers supported by the National Cancer Institute. This chart provides data for US women.

Credit: National Cancer Institute

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