The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Lung cancer accounts for 6% of cancer cases in Karnataka; tobacco remains biggest risk factor
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The Hindu Bureau
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Lung cancer accounts for over 6% of all new cancer cases in Karnataka, with tobacco use identified as the primary preventable risk factor. Health officials are calling for stronger enforcement of tobacco-control laws and improved early detection strategies.
Lung cancer continues to pose a significant public health challenge in Karnataka, accounting for over 6% of all new cancer cases in the State.
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