Life is meant to end but not in your 20s, 30s and 40s. Sadly, this is what has the experts in fear for the lives of youngsters across the world. According to the National Cancer Institute's estimates for 2025, 4.2% of all new cancer cases will occur among those aged 15 to 39. The estimated number of new cases among these young adults is a shocking 85,480 with breast and thyroid cancer accounting for 15% each of the cases and 55% being others. While it is already worrying to see the rise in cancer cases among young adults, what has experts in a tough spot is that the disease is leading to more deaths. A growing body of research has now figured out how lifestyle choices and environmental exposures, along with genetics contribute to the disease and that the former two can be controlled
4 ways to lower cancer risk in young adults, according to experts
The Times of India10/25
107


ABC News
AlterNet
ABC News Video