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Cancer cases worldwide will soar in the coming decades, a report finds. Here’s why.

New global reports from the IARC and WHO indicate an upward trend in worldwide cancer cases, highlighting significant disparities in care and prevention.

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The brief

A series of reports, including the latest GLOBOCAN data from the IARC, forecasts a significant rise in global cancer cases over the coming decades. The analysis covers incidence and mortality rates across 186 countries for 34 different types of cancer.

Coverage from The Washington Post, The Guardian, and Futura highlights that progress in oncology is not distributed equally, with poorer nations facing distinct challenges. Additionally, the WHO notes that two common daily habits account for nearly half of all preventable cancer cases.

Ongoing updates from sources like pharmaphorum continue to monitor the oncology sector in 2026. Future reports are expected to focus on the efficacy of prevention strategies and the impact of the identified disparities in global health outcomes.

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Quick answers

What is the scope of the new IARC report?

The report provides GLOBOCAN estimates of incidence and mortality for 34 cancers across 186 countries.

Are cancer outcomes consistent globally?

No, coverage from The Guardian and the WHO indicates that progress against cancer is not shared equally by poorer countries.

What contributes to preventable cancer cases?

The WHO reports that two common daily habits are responsible for nearly half of all preventable cancers.

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IARC WHO Oncology GLOBOCAN Cancer Research

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