These 17 cancers are on the rise in younger generations

Lifestyle changes may be linked with an increase in cancer diagnoses among younger generations, a new U.S. study suggests. Without proper intervention, researchers warn that the burden of cancer as younger generations age could not only impact those diagnosed, but also caregivers and society as a whole.

These 17 cancers are on the rise in younger generations
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Lifestyle changes may be linked with an increase in cancer diagnoses among younger generations, a new U.S. study suggests. Without proper intervention, researchers warn that the burden of cancer as younger generations age could not only impact those diagnosed, but also caregivers and society as a whole.