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WEBDedicated to helping people who face cancer. Learn about cancer research, patient services, early detection, treatment and education at cancer.org.
Cancer - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBDec 7, 2022 · Cancer can take decades to develop. That's why most people diagnosed with cancer are 65 or older. While it's more common in older adults, cancer isn't exclusively an adult disease — cancer can be diagnosed at any age. Certain lifestyle choices are known to increase your risk of cancer.
Cancer - World Health Organization (WHO)
WEBFeb 3, 2022 · Key facts. Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020, or nearly one in six deaths. The most common cancers are breast, lung, colon and rectum and prostate cancers.
All About Cancer - American Cancer Society
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Cancer Statistics - NCI - National Cancer Institute
WEBMay 9, 2024 · Cancer is among the leading causes of death worldwide. In 2022, there were almost 20 million new cases and 9.7 million cancer-related deaths worldwide. By 2040, the number of new cancer cases per year is expected to rise to 29.9 million and the number of cancer-related deaths to 15.3 million.
What Is Cancer? | Cancer Basics | American Cancer Society
WEBCancer affects 1 in 3 people in the United States. Chances are that you or someone you know has been affected by cancer. Here is some information to help you better understand what cancer is.
Comprehensive Cancer Information - NCI
WEBGet Started. Accurate, up-to-date, comprehensive cancer information from the U.S. government's principal agency for cancer research.
Cancer - Our World in Data
WEBIs the world making progress against cancer? About ten million people die from cancer every year, making it the cause of around one-in-six deaths and one of the largest health problems globally. How is cancer mortality changing over time?
What Is Cancer? - NCI - National Cancer Institute
WEBOct 11, 2021 · Explanations about what cancer is, how cancer cells differ from normal cells, and genetic changes that cause cancer to grow and spread.
Cancer: Types, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention - Healthline
WEBJan 17, 2023 · The treatment plan and outlook for people with cancer can depend on the type of cancer, the stage at which it is diagnosed, and their age and general health.