A recent study published in the American Cancer Society’s journal Cancer predicts a substantial rise in cancer cases and deaths among men worldwide by 2050. The research forecasts a 93% increase in cancer deaths and an 84% rise in cancer cases among men between 2022 and 2050. The most significant impact is expected among men aged 65 and older, especially in regions with low to medium human development indices.
Using data from the Global Cancer Observatory, the study analyzed over 30 types of cancer across 185 countries and territories, revealing this concerning trend. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook highlighted that these findings suggest approximately 5 million more cancer deaths annually among men by 2050, compared to current numbers.
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This study follows earlier projections by the World Health Organization, which estimated a 77% increase in global cancer cases, reaching over 35 million by 2050. The study identifies several factors contributing to the rise in cancer cases, including population aging, growth, and increased exposure to risk factors such as air pollution. Tobacco and alcohol use, along with obesity, were also cited as major contributors, with smoking identified as the most critical modifiable risk factor.
Additionally, the study notes that men experience higher cancer rates due to lower engagement in prevention activities and underutilization of screening and treatment options. Lead author Habtamu Mellie Bizuayehu emphasized that improving access to cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment, especially for older men, could significantly enhance cancer outcomes.
