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Cancers Linked to Infections
Experts reveal one in 10 cancers stem from infections, with vaccines as key prevention tool.
In brief
Experts reveal one in 10 cancers stem from infections, with vaccines as key prevention tool. One in 10 global cancer cases in 2024 are linked to infections like HPV and hepatitis B, which vaccines can prevent. Originally reported by LADbible.
Global Cancer Study Finds
One in 10 new cancer cases worldwide in 2024 were caused by infections.
Infections Cause 12% of Cancers
Diseases linked to infections accounted for 2.3 million new cancer cases in 2024, or 12% of global cases.
Experts Highlight Prevention
Cancer epidemiologist Gary Clifford says vaccines and public health measures can prevent these infections.
“We have very actionable targets. We have very many tools against these viruses already.”
HPV and Hepatitis B Risks
HPV causes cervical cancer, hepatitis B leads to liver cancer, and H. pylori causes stomach cancer.
Vaccines Recommended
HPV vaccines are recommended for children aged 9-12, and hepatitis B vaccines for infants.
Public Health Challenges
Funding cuts and vaccine hesitancy threaten progress in preventing infection-related cancers.
The key point
One in 10 global cancer cases in 2024 are linked to infections like HPV and hepatitis B, which vaccines can prevent.
