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Global Study: 12% of 2024 Cancer Cases Linked to Preventable Infections

A new study in The Lancet Oncology estimates that 2.3 million new cancer cases worldwide in 2024, or 12% of all diagnoses, were caused by 12 specific infections. Helicobacter pylori and HPV were the leading contributors, accounting for over 1.5 million cases. While effective prevention tools like vaccines and treatments exist for most of these pathogens, 77% of these cancer cases occurred in low- and middle-income countries due to uneven access to healthcare.

via USA Today|

#cancer-prevention #epidemiology #global-health

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New Study Links 12% of Global Cancers to Preventable Infections

A new study in The Lancet Oncology finds that 2.3 million cancer cases in 2024, or 12% of the global total, were caused by infections. Helicobacter pylori and HPV are the leading drivers, but vaccines and treatments exist for most of these cases. Low- and middle-income countries bear 77% of this burden due to limited access to prevention.

via KSL News|

#cancer-prevention #epidemiology #global-health

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Global Study: 12% of Cancers Are Preventable Infections

A new analysis in The Lancet Oncology finds that 2.3 million new cancer cases in 2024, or 12% of the global total, were caused by infections. Five pathogens—H. pylori, HPV, hepatitis B, Epstein-Barr virus, and hepatitis C—account for nearly all cases. Experts emphasize that vaccines, screening, and treatments can prevent these cancers, though access remains unequal.

via CNN|

#cancer-prevention #epidemiology #global-health

health7 days ago•10 min saved

Global Study Links 2.3 Million Cancers to Infections, Highlighting Prevention Gaps

A new WHO study published in The Lancet Oncology estimates that 12% of all global cancer cases in 2024, totaling 2.3 million, were caused by infections. Five pathogens—Helicobacter pylori, HPV, hepatitis B, Epstein-Barr virus, and hepatitis C—account for the vast majority of these cases. While these cancers are largely preventable through vaccination and treatment, access to these interventions remains severely limited in low- and middle-income countries, where 75% of infection-related cancers occur.

via The Conversation|

#cancer-prevention #epidemiology #global-health

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Global Study: Infections Cause 12% of New Cancers, Highlighting Preventable Risks

A new study in The Lancet Oncology estimates that 2.3 million new cancer cases worldwide in 2024, or 12% of all diagnoses, were caused by infectious agents. The five most significant pathogens are Helicobacter pylori, human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B, Epstein-Barr virus, and hepatitis C. Researchers emphasize that many of these cancers are preventable through vaccination, screening, and treatment, though access to these interventions remains uneven globally.

via New York Post|

#cancer-prevention #global-health #h-pylori

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Infections Drive 12% of Global Cancers, with Five Pathogens Responsible for 2.3 Million Cases

A new study in The Lancet Oncology estimates that infections caused 2.3 million new cancer cases worldwide in 2024, accounting for 12% of all diagnoses. Five pathogens—Helicobacter pylori, HPV, hepatitis B, Epstein-Barr virus, and hepatitis C—are responsible for nearly all infection-linked cancers. While many of these cancers are preventable through vaccines and treatments, access remains unequal, with 75% of cases occurring in low- and middle-income countries.

via sciencealert.com|

#cancer-prevention #epidemiology #global-health

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New Conference Data Links Irregular Sleep Patterns to Breast Cancer Progression

Research presented at an international cancer conference indicates that disrupted sleep patterns may contribute to the development and progression of breast cancer. The study suggests that inconsistent rest triggers biological changes, including altered immune and inflammatory responses, which could elevate disease risk. While the findings highlight a potential link between sleep quality and cancer outcomes, they do not establish definitive causation. These results add to a growing body of evidence connecting lifestyle factors, such as sleep consistency, to broader health risks, including various chronic diseases and cancer types.

via NBC News|

#breast-cancer #cancer-prevention #health

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Iowa’s $15.9M Cancer Initiative Distributes 10,000 Radon Kits to Rural Counties

Iowa has launched a $15.9 million cancer prevention initiative in rural areas, distributing nearly 10,000 free radon test kits and expanding telehealth access. The program, funded by a $209 million federal award, aims to address the state's high cancer rates by improving early detection, training specialists, and providing financial assistance for home mitigation systems.

via KCCI|

#cancer-prevention #health #iowa

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HPV Vaccine’s Protective Reach Extends to Men, Reducing Head and Neck Cancers

An observational US study finds that the HPV vaccine, originally aimed at preventing cervical cancer in women, is associated with about a 70% lower incidence of head and neck cancers in men, especially oropharyngeal cancer. While not yet proving causation, the data suggest broad cancer-prevention benefits and reinforce the push for gender-neutral HPV vaccination beyond protecting cervical cancer.

via ScienceAlert|

#cancer-prevention #head-and-neck-cancer #health

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Six simple habits to help lower cancer risk, per an oncologist

An oncologist outlines six practical steps to reduce cancer risk: breaks up long periods of sitting with light activity; aim for at least 30g of fibre daily (including fermented foods) to support gut health; limit processed meats (and red meat) due to cancer risk; protect skin from UV exposure with SPF 30+ and shade; maintain oral health with regular brushing and flossing; choose a form of exercise you can stick with regularly. The guidance emphasizes sustainable, everyday habits rather than a perfect plan, acknowledging genetics and chance still play a role.

via Women's Health|

#cancer-prevention #fibre #health

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Six Health Perks of Black Coffee, According to an Oncologist

An oncologist highlights six research-backed benefits of daily black coffee — potential lower risk of premature death, reduced risk of several chronic diseases, liver protection, lower diabetes risk, possible cancer associations, and brain health support — while stressing that these are associations, caffeine tolerance varies, and coffee should complement, not replace, good sleep, exercise, and a healthy diet.

via Hindustan Times|

#brain-health #cancer-prevention #coffee

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Oxford trial aims to prevent Lynch syndrome cancers with mRNA vaccine

A phase 1 trial by Oxford and Moderna is testing an mRNA vaccine (INTERCEPT – Lynch) designed to help the immune system identify and eliminate very early cancer changes in people with Lynch syndrome, potentially shifting care from treatment to prevention; the first participant, Sarah Ewart, marks a step toward validating safety and immune response with a plan to move to phase 2 across UK centres if successful.

via BBC|

#cancer-prevention #health #lynch-syndrome

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Tiny-twin study, big cancer clues: Laron syndrome linked to prevention

In Piñas, Ecuador, twin sisters María Luisa and María del Cisne have Laron syndrome, a rare growth-hormone insensitivity disorder. Researchers suggest that very low IGF-1 levels may reduce cancer and diabetes risk, potentially guiding future prevention therapies, though more research is needed and access to treatments like Increlex is limited; one sister later battled colon cancer, underscoring ongoing challenges.

via BBC|

#cancer-prevention #genetics #growth-hormone

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Big Coffee, Healthier Liver: Large Study Finds Protective Effects

A large, 13-year study of about 355,000 adults found that drinking five or more cups of coffee daily—whether caffeinated or decaf—is linked to significantly lower risks of liver cancer (47%), cirrhosis (32%), and death from liver disease (42%), reinforcing coffee's potential liver-protective effects due to anti-inflammatory compounds and chlorogenic acid.

via The Washington Post|

#cancer-prevention #coffee #dietary-factors

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Small Flavor, Big Risk: Everyday Condiments Linked to Cancer

A Parade health article cites two oncologists who say cancer risk is shaped by long‑term dietary patterns rather than any one food. They warn against regular use of processed-meat toppings (like bacon bits/jams) because of carcinogenic risk, and against sugar‑heavy barbecue sauces that can promote weight gain and inflammation. The doctors advocate Mediterranean-style eating with more plants and healthier condiments (mustard, fresh salsa, chimichurri, hummus, tzatziki, or olive oil–vinegar dressings) to flavor meals, emphasizing small, consistent changes over time to lower cancer risk.

via AOL.com|

#barbecue-sauce #cancer-prevention #condiments