HealthThe TribuneBreast cancer cases rise among women aged 25-35, experts flag concern
Breast cancer is being diagnosed more often in women aged 25 to 35, with experts pointing to lifestyle factors like late motherhood, obesity and stress.
Breast cancer at a young age has emerged as a major health concern. Traditionally, breast cancer was considered more common among older women. However, an increasing number of cases are now being reported among younger women, highlighting the need for greater awareness and early attention to breast health.
Pathology experts from 50 medical colleges across India and the USA gathered to discuss the rising rate of breast cancer in younger women.
Cases once mostly seen in women over 45 are now increasingly appearing in women aged 25 to 35, the organising secretary told the conference.
Experts say lifestyle factors including late motherhood, reduced breastfeeding, obesity and stress are among the contributors, making early awareness more important than ever.
Experts say late marriage, reduced breastfeeding, obesity, junk food and low physical activity are among the factors linked to younger women developing breast cancer, so it is worth talking to your…
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