The incidence of aggressive cancers in younger adults, particularly those aged 18 to 49, is rising significantly. This alarming trend is prompting healthcare professionals to study the "Changing Face of Cancer". Patients and families are experiencing the reality of cancer earlier than expected, leading to profound conversations about life and future. Young adults are increasingly diagnosed with what were traditionally considered older age diseases, with predictions showing a potentially dramatic rise in cases over the next decade. Acknowledgment of these realities is crucial for holistic care and support.
"It's not something that's common in 36-year-olds," said Chris Norton, a colon cancer patient.
"What happens to the girls if we both go? These are not conversations 39-year-old parents should be having," said Zak Salazar, who was diagnosed with glioblastoma at age 38.
"For some reason, younger people in our society are getting cancer," said Dr. Edward S. Kim, physician-in-chief at City of Hope.
"This might be one of the most dramatic shifts in who gets cancer we've seen in a short period of time," said Dr. Arif Kamal, chief patient officer at the American Cancer Society.
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