Breast cancer on the rise in China
By Kelly Chung Dawson | China Daily | Updated: 2013-10-23 07:23
Longer life expectancy and lifestyle changes are being blamed for rising incidences of the illness, according to a new global study. Kelly Chung Dawson reports in New York.
China and other developing countries are experiencing a surge in breast cancer incidence and mortality, according to a new study released by GE Healthcare.
Among the factors contributing to increased rates are longer life expectancy, the use of post-menopausal hormonal therapy and lifestyle choices, including having fewer children, according to the study.
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