CA Cancer J Clin March 2019 PMID 30548482

Global patterns in excess body weight and the associated cancer burden.

Hyuna Sung, Rebecca L Siegel, Lindsey A Torre, Jonathan Pearson-Stuttard, Farhad Islami, Stacey A Fedewa, Ann Goding Sauer, Kerem Shuval, Susan M Gapstur, Eric J Jacobs, Edward L Giovannucci, Ahmedin Jemal

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The discussions emphasize the significant role of excess body weight in cancer burden, citing figures like nearly 4% of cancers linked to obesity in 2012 and advocating for targeted interventions. The tone ranges from informational to urgent, with words like 'crucial,' 'urgent,' and 'must' indicating deep concern about the implications of the research.

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Most discussions acknowledge the link between excess body weight and increased cancer risk, aligning with the publication's findings.

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While many express concern about obesity and cancer, some posts focus on general health and prevention, indicating moderate interest.

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Several discussions highlight the global health challenge and call for policy and individual changes, reflecting high perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The prevalence of excess body weight and obesity has significantly increased worldwide from 1975 to 2016, contributing to a rise in related cancer cases, with over 544,300 cases globally in 2012.
  • The growth in excess body weight is mainly driven by global food system changes that favor energy-dense, nutrient-poor foods and reduced physical activity, especially affecting high-income Western countries and regions like Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.
  • Addressing this issue requires coordinated policy actions across multiple sectors to promote healthier diets and more active lifestyles, especially as the prevalence of excess weight continues to rise in both high- and low-middle-income countries, likely increasing future cancer burdens.

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It's time to stop eating unhealthy food l(#Junkfood/Processed food) which is responsible for the rise in #Obesity worldwide. But it does not stop here, as per the study @AmericanCancer: Obesity epidemic is responsible for the global rise in #Cancer. https://t.co/XxIRG5FUpa https://t.co/EFa6Nywh7M

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Excess body fat is linked to causing nearly 4% of all cancers worldwide. Focusing on interventions to prevent and control excess body weight is crucial to curbing cancer risk. https://t.co/1THs55snwX https://t.co/5vKl5EvsLO

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Sobrepeso está relacionado con varios tipos de Cáncer. Más evidencia q invita a actuar d manera urgente y eficaz para reducir estas cifras al 2030. cc @spenafajuri @macordero @NutrSinMarcas @nicolasaguilar @Pajarobere @jorgeheinel @sebastian_gray

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#obesidad y #Cancer La obesidad relacionada con 13 cánceres comunes a nivel mundial Global patterns in excess body weight and the associated cancer burden https://t.co/LdjslrPeri

Jan 29, 2019 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 3,013 followers View post →
CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians
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Excess body weight accounted for nearly 4% of all cancers in 2012—a figure that will undoubtedly rise in the coming decades. Revisit this top-cited @ACS_Research report: https://t.co/bCd1Uj0OW6 https://t.co/1vxQv6oN8o

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CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians
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Excess body weight contributed to 3.9% of all cancers worldwide according to a 2012 estimate, and that number is expecting to continue trending upwards. https://t.co/bYzeCXkD9o https://t.co/DqxbzFuBIh

Mar 26, 2019 · 4 likes · 8 shares · 10,370 followers View post →

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Excess body weight accounted for nearly 4% of all cancers in 2012—a figure that will undoubtedly rise in the coming decades. Revisit this top-cited @ACS_Research report: https://t.co/bCd1Uj0OW6 https://t.co/1vxQv6oN8o

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Excess body fat is linked to causing nearly 4% of all cancers worldwide. Focusing on interventions to prevent and control excess body weight is crucial to curbing cancer risk. https://t.co/1THs55snwX https://t.co/5vKl5EvsLO

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CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians
@CACancerJournal · X

Excess body weight contributed to 3.9% of all cancers worldwide according to a 2012 estimate, and that number is expecting to continue trending upwards. https://t.co/bYzeCXkD9o https://t.co/DqxbzFuBIh

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MT @PriteshSKaria: Terrific report by researchers from @AmericanCancer on excess body weight and associated burden of cancer. Over 500,000 cancer cases in 2012 were attributed to excess body weight https://t.co/mdesBVKApM https://t.co/wD3v4WhoBL

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Excess body fat is linked to causing nearly 4% of all cancers worldwide. Focusing on interventions to prevent and control excess body weight is crucial to curbing cancer risk. https://t.co/MpxgkyQ2x6 https://t.co/4CBpZXzPld

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Une nouvelle recherche montre une association entre l'obésité et 13 types de cancers. Plus d'informations dans la section "communauté" de la chaîne NutritionStyle ou sur la page facebook. Bon dimanche :) https://t.co/D4Av4amZc3

Feb 17, 2019 · 27 followers View post →
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Excess body weight accounted for nearly 4% of all cancers in 2012—a figure that will undoubtedly rise in the coming decades. https://t.co/jnNgYqxj4a https://t.co/6pJ22yonQC

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#obesidad y #Cancer La obesidad relacionada con 13 cánceres comunes a nivel mundial Global patterns in excess body weight and the associated cancer burden https://t.co/LdjslrPeri

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Sobrepeso está relacionado con varios tipos de Cáncer. Más evidencia q invita a actuar d manera urgente y eficaz para reducir estas cifras al 2030. cc @spenafajuri @macordero @NutrSinMarcas @nicolasaguilar @Pajarobere @jorgeheinel @sebastian_gray

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It's time to stop eating unhealthy food l(#Junkfood/Processed food) which is responsible for the rise in #Obesity worldwide. But it does not stop here, as per the study @AmericanCancer: Obesity epidemic is responsible for the global rise in #Cancer. https://t.co/XxIRG5FUpa https://t.co/EFa6Nywh7M

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