Six of the most common cancers are on the rise, and – most disturbingly – are occurring in younger populations.
In a report published on Jan. 17, the American Cancer Society (ACS) estimated that new cancer cases will surpass 2 million in 2024, hitting a record high.
While the risk of dying from cancer has declined, cancer incidence has been rising for six of the most common cancers: breast, prostate, endometrial, pancreatic, kidney, and melanoma.
The new estimates represent a 2 percent increase from the ACS’s 2023 estimates. Continue reading