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India's Rising Head and Neck Cancer Burden
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India faces a 20% rise in head and neck cancer over the past decade, driven by tobacco use and poor oral hygiene, with experts emphasizing early screening and vaccination as key preventive measures.
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India's Rising Head and Neck Cancer Burden
India is witnessing a rising burden of head and neck cancer, with experts attributing the increase to factors such as tobacco use and poor oral hygiene. According to a recent study, the incidence of head and neck cancer has increased by 20% in the past decade. Experts say that early screening and vaccination could help prevent the disease.
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