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The high incidence of cancer

I want to know if it is true that the incidence of cancer is getting higher. If this is true, kindly let me know the cause and how to reduce the incidence.

Bello (by SMS)

 

Yes, the incidence of cancer is projected to increase significantly globally. The World Health Organization (WHO) predicts a 77% increase in new cancer cases by 2050, compared to 2022 estimates. This increase is driven by factors like population aging and growth, as well as changes in exposure to risk factors such as tobacco, alcohol, and obesity. 

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