WHO Cancer Warning: 35 Million New Cases Expected
Did you know that approximately 20 million new cancer cases are seen worldwide each year? Moreover, according to the latest report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), if the trend continues, the number of cases will increase even more. According to research data, the annual number of cancer cases could reach 35 million by 2050.
Experts say that one in every five people will get cancer at least once in their lifetime. Here are the details.
35 Million New Cancer Cases Expected by 2050!
According to the Global Status Report on Cancer 2026 published by WHO and IARC, cancer cases are rapidly increasing worldwide. Currently, there are approximately 20 million new cases each year. However, due to aging population, environmental risks, and lifestyle factors, this number is predicted to reach approximately 35 million by 2050.
1 in Every 5 People Will Encounter Cancer!
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer's (IARC) GLOBOCAN 2024 data, one in every five people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.
Furthermore, approximately one in nine men and one in thirteen women will lose their lives due to cancer. Experts therefore emphasize the need for more investment not only in treatment, but also in early diagnosis and preventive health policies.
Cancer Burden by Gender
Globally, lung cancer continues to be the biggest culprit for cancer-related deaths. When looking at the distribution by gender; lung, prostate, and colorectal (large intestine) cancers are most common in men, while breast, lung, and colorectal cancers make up a large portion of the cancer burden in women.
World Health Organization Warns: "Time is Running Out"
World Health Organization officials remind that cancer is not just a health problem; it also leaves profound impacts on the economy and social life.
Preventable with the Right Health Policy
Experts point out that cancers developed due to risk factors such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, obesity, physical inactivity, and air pollution, as well as some infections, can be significantly prevented.
Therefore, it is emphasized that countries need to expand screening programs and strengthen preventive health policies.
Early Diagnosis is Still the Strongest Weapon
Even though experts predict an increase in cancer cases, the picture is not entirely bleak. Thanks to early diagnosis, the success of treatment significantly increases in many types of cancer.
Therefore, participating in regular screening programs, staying away from cigarettes, eating healthily, leading an active life, and reducing risk factors are shown among the most effective ways to reduce both the frequency of cancer and deaths due to the disease. WHO, on the other hand, is calling on countries to take precautions against the increasing cancer burden from today.
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