Poor Sleep Linked to Increased Cancer Risk in Under-50s, Studies Suggest
Summary
Studies suggest poor sleep or insomnia significantly increases the risk of certain cancers in people under 50, highlighting a growing global health concern.
Key Points
- The incidence of cancer in people under 50 has increased by almost 80 percent in the last three decades.
- Two large studies from MD Anderson Cancer Center analyzed over 18 million adults aged 18 to 50, linking poor sleep to higher cancer risk.
- Insomnia was associated with increased chances of bowel, breast, uterine, and ovarian cancers among young adults.
- Experts emphasize the need for more research and encourage lifestyle changes to reduce cancer risk, such as not smoking and maintaining a healthy weight.
