# Cancers Linked to Infections

> Experts reveal one in 10 cancers stem from infections, with vaccines as key prevention tool.
- Title: Cancers Linked to Infections · LADbible | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: LADbible — https://ladbible.com/news/uk-news/cancers-common-infection-link-how-to-reduce-risk-633472-20261014
- Published: 2026-10-14T14:42:07.556+00:00
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- Topics: cancer, infections, hpv, hepatitis b, vaccines, cancer prevention, entertainment, culture, news
## 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.
## Key takeaway

One in 10 global cancer cases in 2024 are linked to infections like HPV and hepatitis B, which vaccines can prevent.