Modifiable risk factors, from cigarette smoking to a lack of exercise, could be responsible for close to half of the cancer-related deaths among US adults over 30, according to a new study analyzing 1.78 million cases from 2019. The research, led by the American Cancer Society (ACS), highlights that making simple decisions to live healthier lives and improving access to healthcare can significantly reduce cancer risk. In 19 of the 30 cancer types studied, more than half of cases and deaths were due to potentially modifiable risk factors, such as smoking, excess body weight, and UV radiation exposure.
Almost 50% of Cancer Deaths in US May Be Preventable, Study Finds
