Cancer Cases Among Men to Surge by 2050

A new study published by the American Cancer Society predicts a significant increase in cancer cases and deaths among men worldwide by 2050. The study, based on data from 185 countries, forecasts an 84% rise in cancer cases from 10.3 million in 2022 to 19 million in 2050, with cancer deaths expected to surge by 93% to 10.5 million. Men over 65 and those in regions with lower Human Development Index scores are projected to be most affected. Key risk factors include higher rates of smoking and alcohol consumption, lower participation in cancer screenings, and increased exposure to occupational carcinogens. Researchers emphasize the need for improved cancer prevention, universal health coverage, and better access to screenings and treatments to mitigate this trend.