A new study reveals alarmingly low awareness of cancer symptoms among Americans. The research, conducted by the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, found that a majority of adults are unaware of the signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer, which is often fatal due to its late detection. Experts express concern about the general lack of cancer awareness, particularly with the rising incidence of 'early-onset' cancers.
A recent survey by the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network found eight in 10 adults are unaware of the signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer , the deadliest kind.
This is a particular concern, experts say, given the rise of 'early-onset' cancers in the US and globally. For this survey, commissioned by the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, respondents were asked about risk factors for pancreatic cancer. She revealed: 'Pancreatic cancer rates have been rising by about 1 percent annually, and we are seeing this disease in people who are in their 40s much more regularly.Ms Cruz-Monserrate says reducing risk for pancreatic cancer could start with maintaining a healthy weight.
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