50-60 pc cancer cases detected in India annually are preventable, say oncologists

India faces a growing cancer crisis, with 1.4 million new cases diagnosed annually, a number projected to surge to 2.69 million by 2050. Alarmingly, experts emphasize that 50-60% of these cases are preventable through lifestyle changes, heightened awareness, and vaccination. Tobacco and betel nut use are identified as major risk factors, while HPV vaccination is strongly encouraged for girls aged 9-13.