News · 20 March 2026

WHO Finds 37% of Cancers Preventable

Millions of people worldwide could avoid a cancer diagnosis, reducing a major global health burden. WHO and IARC's 2026 analysis reported over 7 million new cases in 2022 were linked to avoidable causes. Tobacco was the leading preventable cause, making up 15% of all new global diagnoses; infections accounted for 10%, and alcohol for 3%.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 March 2026 at 12:31

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