AZIZIYAH Medical Centre

AZIZIYAH Medical Centre
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Sunday, August 25, 2024

The global burden of cancer in 2024 continues to rise, with an estimated 20 million new cases and approximately 10 million deaths anticipated this year. This increase is driven by factors such as population growth, aging, and the ongoing prevalence of risk factors like tobacco use, unhealthy diets, and physical inactivity.


The global burden of cancer in 2024 continues to rise, with an estimated 20 million new cases and approximately 10 million deaths anticipated this year. This increase is driven by factors such as population growth, aging, and the ongoing prevalence of risk factors like tobacco use, unhealthy diets, and physical inactivity.Significant disparities persist, with lower-income countries experiencing a disproportionate burden due to limited access to cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment services. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have highlighted the urgent need for expanded cancer care services globally, particularly in underserved regions


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