WHO study finds 40 percent of global cancer cases preventable, citing tobacco and air pollution

uniindia.com — February 4, 2026 at 03:01 PM UTC

Nearly 40 percent of global cancer cases are preventable, according to a WHO study. The analysis identified tobacco use and air pollution as leading causes, particularly for lung cancer, which is the most common preventable cancer. The study examined 30 risk factors across 36 cancer types, emphasizing the need for targeted prevention strategies.

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