What’s Behind the Surge in Cancer Cases Among Youth?

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Islamabad: A recent study indicates that the rate of cancer among the younger generation is rising rapidly compared to the previous century, with young individuals affected by 17 types of cancer.

 American and Canadian experts, as reported by CNN, analyzed data from 23 million cancer patients. The study also examined data from 7 million individuals who had died of cancer, all aged between 25 and 84 years. 

Experts collected data on cancer patients from the US, Canada, and other countries to determine which birth decades had higher cancer rates and which types were most common. Analysis of data from individuals born between 1920 and 1990 revealed that those born in the 1990s are experiencing a rapid increase in 17 types of cancer.

 Rapid Increase in Cancer Among the Young Generation: A Research Review

A recent study indicates that the rate of cancer among the younger generation is rising rapidly compared to the previous century, with young individuals affected by 17 types of cancer.

 American and Canadian experts, as reported by CNN, analyzed data from 23 million cancer patients. The study also examined data from 7 million individuals who had died of cancer, all aged between 25 and 84 years. 

Experts collected data on cancer patients from the US, Canada, and other countries to determine which birth decades had higher cancer rates and which types were most common. Analysis of data from individuals born between 1920 and 1990 revealed that those born in the 1990s are experiencing a rapid increase in 17 types of cancer.  

The research found that the rate of uterine cancer among girls born in the 1990s has increased by 169 percent. Additionally, cancer is spreading rapidly in 34 types among the new generation compared to those born in the 1950s, with 17 types spreading extremely quickly.

 The study found that various types of stomach cancer, including cancers of the intestines, liver, stomach, kidneys and lungs, are common among young individuals born in the 1990s.

Experts suggest that environmental changes and significant lifestyle alterations are likely contributing to the rapid spread of cancer among the new generation. Early onset obesity and poor diet are also considered potential causes.

According to experts, the improvement in medical facilities is another reason for the rapid identification and perceived spread of cancer. More frequent check-ups, even for minor issues, are leading to increased disease detection, including cancer.

The research found that the rate of uterine cancer among girls born in the 1990s has increased by 169%. Additionally, cancer is spreading rapidly in 34 types among the new generation compared to those born in the 1950s, with 17 types spreading extremely quickly.

 The study found that various types of stomach cancer, including cancers of the intestines, liver, stomach, kidneys and lungs, are common among young individuals born in the 1990s. 

Experts suggest that environmental changes and significant lifestyle alterations are likely contributing to the rapid spread of cancer among the new generation. Early onset obesity and poor diet are also considered potential causes.

 According to experts, the improvement in medical facilities is another reason for the rapid identification and perceived spread of cancer. More frequent check-ups, even for minor issues, are leading to increased disease detection, including cancer.