Increase in cancer incidences among younger people in India: Study
A new study indicates a rise in cancer incidences among younger people, with 60% of cancer patients under 40 being men. Data from the Cancer Mukt Bharat Foundation revealed that 20% of callers to their helpline, seeking a second opinion, were below 40. The study found head and neck cancer (26%) most prevalent, followed by gastrointestinal cancers (16%), breast cancer (15%), and blood cancers (9%).
The helpline (93-555-20202) operates Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, offering free second opinions. Dr. Ashish Gupta, the campaign’s lead, emphasized the importance of targeted treatment and early detection. The study highlighted that 63% of cancer cases were diagnosed at stages 3 or 4, due to low screening adoption.
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