Cancer Cases Expected to Hit Record High in 2024; Experts Explain Potential Causes

Six of the most common cancers are on the rise, and—most disturbingly—are occurring in younger populations.

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New cancer cases will surpass 2 million in 2024, hitting a record high, the American Cancer Society (ACS) stated in a report published on Jan. 17.

While the risk of dying from cancer has declined, the incidences have been rising for six of the most common cancers: breast, prostate, endometrial, pancreatic, kidney, and melanoma.