Young adults are facing a higher risk of cancer than ever before, with increasing rates of diagnosis and mortality. Millennials and Generation X are at a higher risk of 17 types of cancer compared to older generations. Regular screenings are essential for early detection, saving lives through less intensive and expensive treatment. However, only 20% of eligible individuals aged 45-49 are up-to-date with screenings. Awareness of personal risk factors and family history is key in guiding screening and treatment recommendations. Information regarding cancer screenings needs to reach younger audiences to reduce avoidable cancers and improve outcomes. The importance of early detection and prevention cannot be overstated.
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/cancer-rates-are-rising-in-young-people-heres-what-you-need-to-know/