Global Cancer Cases Projected to Increase by 67% by 2050

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Published: 2026-09-07
Category: health
Source: ScienceDaily / American Cancer Society

A new analysis led by the American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that worldwide cancer cases could surge by 67% to 34 million by 2050, primarily due to growing and aging populations. The report, "Global Cancer Statistics, 2026," highlights that nearly half of cancer deaths may be preventable through measures like tobacco cessation, infection avoidance, maintaining a healthy weight, and increased exercise.

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