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Why Adults Are Getting Cancer at a Younger Age

August 10, 2026·27 min·5-min readnarrativehealth
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A growing number of adults under 50 are being diagnosed with cancer, a trend that upends lives at pivotal moments and reveals gaps in understanding its causes. The episode explores the emotional, physical, and societal toll through personal stories and emerging science.


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Nina Agrawal

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Nina AgrawalWhitney JohnsonDavid SangerRachel Abrams

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The New York Times

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EpidemiologyLongevityMental HealthNutritionScientific MethodWomens Health

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