Oral cancer surging among young Indians in 30s-40s: Experts

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India accounts for over a third of the world's oral cancer cases.

- Pune

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) reveals that nearly 20 percent of cases now occur in people under 45, up from just 5-10 percent two decades ago. When it comes to oral cancer, people tend to ignore the signs and suffer in silence. This can cause higher morbidity and mortality rates in the patients. Timely management of oral cancer is life-saving. This data is an eye-opener as experts warn people to focus on their well-being and prevent cancer.