Childhood leukemia: how a deadly cancer became treatable - Our World in Data

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Childhood leukemia: how a deadly cancer became treatable - Our World in Data

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Childhood leukemia: how a deadly cancer became treatable

Before the 1970s, most children affected by leukemia would quickly die from it. Now, most children in rich countries are cured.

Why do so many people suddenly think it's acceptable to continue to live with their parents into adulthood?