Large Number of Lung Cancer Patients in India Never Smoked: Lancet Study
A recent study highlights the role of air pollution and genetic diversity in shaping lung cancer trends in India. This research emphasizes that most lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers, pointing to environmental and genetic factors as significant contributors. Summarized Insights: • Non-smokers most affected • Air pollution as a major cause • Rising lung cancer rates • Need for region-specific guidelines Lung cancer in India is predominantly affecting non-smokers, driven by factors such as air pollution and the country's unique genetic diversity. According to a study published in The Lancet's eClinical Medicine Journal, the incidence rate of lung cancer has risen significantly, with further increases expected in urban areas by 2025. The study underscores that air pollution, along with the genetic makeup of the Indian population, plays a crucial role in the development of lung cancer. Scientists have found that lung cancer in Southea...
