Breast cancer diagnoses and mortality rates are set to rise significantly by 2050, as reported by the World Health Organization's IARC. In the UK, cases could increase by 21% and deaths by 42%, with global figures expected to reach 3.2 million new cases and 1.1 million deaths annually. Factors like an aging population and improved detection contribute to this trend. Preventative measures such as lifestyle changes could reduce cases by 25%, highlighting the importance of early detection and intervention to mitigate the projected surge in breast cancer incidences.
"Every minute, four women are diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide and one woman dies from the disease, and these statistics are worsening," said Dr Joanne Kim.
"The projected increase in cases worldwide is probably due to a mix of factors, including a growing and ageing global population, improvements in detection and diagnosis," the IARC noted.
"The findings indicate that if current trends continue, there will be 3.2 million new cases and 1.1 million deaths a year globally by 2050."
"About a quarter of breast cancer cases can be prevented, for example by reducing alcohol intake, maintaining a healthy weight and becoming more active."
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