The article discusses a worrying trend of rising cancer rates among individuals under 50, particularly in wealthier nations. From 1990 to 2019, incidents rose by 79%, affecting mainly non-smoking populations. Notably, two-thirds of these cases occur in women, and common types include colorectal and breast cancer. A forthcoming study called Prospect, initiated by Cancer Research UK, aims to investigate risk factors such as diet, highlighting concerns about processed meat serving as a carcinogen. This increase emphasizes the need for more research into lifestyle and environmental factors driving early-onset cancers.
In 2022, around 16% of the 20 million people with cancer worldwide were under 50. This marks a concerning rise in early-onset cases.
The incidence of cancer in under-50s rose by 79% from 1990 to 2019, indicating a significant shift in the demographics of the disease.
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