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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1913, The 1913 Romanian Army cholera outbreak during the Second Balkan War starts. In 1928, Sven Davidson, Swedish-American tennis player (died 2008) was born. In 1971, MF Doom, English-American rapper (died 2020) was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1985, Abdallah El Said, Egyptian footballer was born. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. In 2014, Nadine Gordimer, South African novelist, short story writer, and activist, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1923) passed away. In 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Cancer Cases Are Expected to Nearly Double by 2050, Warns the WHO. Low-Income Countries Will Be Disproportionately Affected

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July 13, 2026

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Cancer Cases Are Expected to Nearly Double by 2050, Warns the WHO. Low-Income Countries Will Be Disproportionately Affected

In a new report, the World Health Organization predicts that new annual diagnoses will rise from about 20.6 million today to almost 35 million by 2050. The biggest increases will be in Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean region

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Russia Today

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· Jul 9, 2026

Cancer cases to soar worldwide – WHO

The WHO warns annual cancer cases could nearly double by 2050, with the disease expected to affect more than 90 of the global population Read Full Article at RT.com

Africanews

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· Jul 9, 2026

Cancer kills 26,000 a day, WHO exposes deadly rich-poor survival gap

A new World Health Organization report has warned that cancer is placing a devastating human and economic burden on societies worldwide, claiming more than 26,000 lives every day and exposing major inequalities in survival rates between rich and poor countries.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 9, 2026

Cancer cases projected to nearly double by 2050: WHO

Global cancer cases are expected to nearly double in the next 25 years because of population aging, according to a new report from the World Health Organization, putting an additional strain on budgets as healthcare costs rise. The WHO estimates there are roughly 20.6 million new cancer cases each year, but new diagnoses are projected []

Libya Update News

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· Jul 9, 2026

WHO warns of rise in number of new cancer cases

New York - The World Health Organization has warned that new cancer cases could rise to nearly 35 million a year by 2050 unless urgent action is taken. In its 2026 global cancer report, prepared with the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the WHO said cancer remains the world’s second leading cause of death... Read more Source The post WHO warns of rise in number of new cancer cases appeared first on Libya Update News.

Brisbane Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘Empowered’: New project hopes to close this cancer gap

First Nations Australians are twice as likely to die of cancer, but are significantly less likely to participate in clinical trials. An Australia-first program hopes to change that.

Off The Press

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· Jul 13, 2026

Cancer rates expected to nearly double in the next 24 years

Cancer diagnoses worldwide are expected to climb to 35 million annually by 2050, up from 20.6 million in 2024, the World Health Organization said in a new report. Despite major progress in some areas, including decreased tobacco use that’s associated with 16 types of cancer, cancer is still a leading cause of death and disability. []...Click to read more

Global News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Doctor warns of ‘cancer tsunami’ as WHO projects sharp rise in cases by 2050

A new WHO report warns annual cancer cases could rise from 20 million to nearly 35 million by 2050, with experts warning Canada must prepare for a 'cancer tsunami.'

The Independent

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· Jul 8, 2026

Cancer cases to double in next 25 years, WHO warns, as science can’t keep up with the costs

Cancer cases around the world could reach 35 million by 2050

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 6, 2026

Why does cancer seem so common right now? An oncologist explains

Why does cancer seem so common right now? An oncologist explains

Breakthrough News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Ebola death toll exceeds 500 as the first clinical trial begins

“Even if the outbreak is contained, the DRC alone could lose more than USD 1 billion and 55,000 jobs, said UNDP Resident Representative Damien Mamma, warning that a million more in the country could be pushed into poverty. Pavan Kulkarni , July 6, 2026

Health News | Mail Online

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· Jun 25, 2026

Why are cases of breast cancer rising? Experts reveal likely causes behind worrying trend

Why are cases of breast cancer rising? Experts reveal likely causes behind worrying trend

NaturalNews.com

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· Jun 20, 2026

Asbestos-Linked Cancer Deaths Higher Than Three Decades Ago Despite Declining Rates, Study Finds

(NaturalNews) Global deaths from asbestos-related cancer have increased compared to three decades ago, even as per-capita rates have declined, according to a new st...

The Economic Times

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· Jul 10, 2026

Cancer to hit 92% of world: WHO

Cancer to hit 92% of world: WHO

Proto Thema - English

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· Jun 29, 2026

Venezuela earthquakes: Almost 1,500 dead as fears grow for 50,000 missing

There are fears that the death toll will rise dramatically, as the fate of more than 50,000 people remains unknown The post Venezuela earthquakes: Almost 1,500 dead as fears grow for 50,000 missing appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Al Jazeera English

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· Jun 25, 2026

How the HPV vaccine changes how we think about cancer

A new 2026 study found that for the first time in recorded history, cervical cancer deaths fell to effectively zero for women aged 20–24 in England between 2020 and 2024. Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen explains how it changes the way we think about cancer. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Eunews

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· Jun 24, 2026

Agreement between the EU Council and the European Parliament on the protection of workers from carcinogens

The review is expected to prevent around 1,700 cases of lung cancer and 19,000 other diseases over the next 40 years, resulting in savings of up to 1.16 billion for the EU’s healthcare system

Fark

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· Jul 1, 2026

So what is causing the rise of cancer in millennials? Other than literally everything [Interesting]

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Focus Taiwan

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· Jun 22, 2026

Cancer remains No. 1 cause of death in Taiwan for 44th straight year

Taipei, June 22 (CNA) Cancer was the leading cause of death in Taiwan in 2025, maintaining that trend for the 44th consecutive year, while the overall number of deaths in the country fell for a third straight year, according to statistics released Monday by the health ministry.

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 13, 2026

Cyclosporiasis outbreak in US: Everything you need to know about symptoms, spread, treatment and prevention

Cyclosporiasis cases are rising across the US. Here's everything you need to know about symptoms, spread, treatment, prevention and the latest outbreak.

9 News Australia

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· Jul 6, 2026

New Aussie therapy aimed at tackling debilitating chemo side effects | 9 News Australia

Cancer patients in Melbourne have been the first to try a new therapy aimed at preventing a common and debilitating side effect of chemotherapy. | *Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9* *Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6* FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #9News #BreakingNews #NineNewsAustralia #9NewsAU

USA TODAY

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· Jul 9, 2026

'Explosive diarrhea' cases surge across. US What is cyclosporiasis?

Cyclosporiasis cases are rising across the U.S. as officials warn about contaminated produce and symptoms. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

NaturalHealth365

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· Jul 10, 2026

Two surprisingly simple ways to dramatically lower your risk of premature death

(NaturalHealth365) Two things affect millions of Americans every day. One is not ... Two surprisingly simple ways to dramatically lower your risk of premature death The post Two surprisingly simple ways to dramatically lower your risk of premature death appeared first on NaturalHealth365.

EL PAÍS

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· Jul 10, 2026

Pan American Health Organization warns of a ‘critical’ emergency after Venezuela’s earthquakes

The international agency says overcrowded shelters, vaccine shortages and a collapsing healthcare system threaten to spark disease outbreaks

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jun 25, 2026

Hundreds killed, thousands more feared dead after two earthquakes rock Venezuela

The USGS, using predictive modeling to estimate the death toll, said it would most likely run into the thousands, with a substantial probability of exceeding 10,000.

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 7, 2026

Gene Solutions' SPOT-MAS 10 Places Asia-Led Cancer Screening Innovation in the Global Spotlight

Gene Solutions' SPOT-MAS 10 Places Asia-Led Cancer Screening Innovation in the Global Spotlight

Yemen Press Agency

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· Jun 25, 2026

Sanaa warns of repercussions of politicizing humanitarian work

SANAA, June 25 (YPA) – The Sanaa-based Ministry of Health and Environment has warned of a worsening public health situation due to declining stocks of vaccines and essential medicines, alongside disruptions in medical supply chains. In a statement, the ministry said the situation is being exacerbated by the politicization of humanitarian assistance by international organizations []

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 4, 2026

Gaza: Over 9,000 skin disease cases in two weeks

Gaza: Over 9,000 skin disease cases in two weeks

mindbodygreen

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· Jun 25, 2026

Colon Cancer Risk Before 40 May Be Linked To These Factors, Study Finds

And the lifestyle habits that can help.

Inc.com

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· Jul 7, 2026

If You’re in These 8 States, Check Your Freezer: Popular Frozen Berry Recalled After 12 People Sickened by E. Coli

In some rare cases, such an infection can lead to the development of a life-threatening condition.

Men's Health

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· Jul 7, 2026

Doctors Discover What’s Behind the Disturbing Rise of Cancer Cases in Millennials and Gen Z

Cancer keeps striking younger and younger. We now know why.

The Rising Nepal

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· Jun 27, 2026

Cancer patients receiving government financial aid significantly rises in recent years

Kathmandu, June 27: The figure of cancer patients has almost doubled in the past five years, the data suggests. Accordin...

Gizmodo

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· Jul 1, 2026

Oh Great, a Parasite That Causes Explosive Diarrhea Is Spreading Right Now

Clusters of cyclosporiasis have been reported in multiple states, and several people have been hospitalized.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 3, 2026

Landmark study confirms that having children naturally protects against breast cancer - and experts say this could be why cases are rising in under 50s

Landmark study confirms that having children naturally protects against breast cancer - and experts say this could be why cases are rising in under 50s

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 23, 2026

63 kematian melibatkan aktiviti pendakian

KUALA LUMPUR: Sebanyak 1,059 kes kemalangan membabitkan aktiviti pendakian direkodkan di seluruh negara dalam tempoh lima tahun bermula 2021 hingga 2025 dengan 63 daripadanya melibatkan kematian. Timbalan Menteri Sumber Asli dan Kelestarian Alam, Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh berkata, berdasarkan rekod Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JPBM), 87 kes kecederaan juga dilaporkan dalam tempoh sama. Menurutnya, ... Read more The post 63 kematian melibatkan aktiviti pendakian appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

The Eastern Herald

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· Jun 29, 2026

How Yunus Made Measles a Pandemic in Bangladesh

More than 519 people have died with suspected measles symptoms in Bangladesh since mid-March 2026, with 91 deaths laboratory-confirmed, in what the WHO has classified as the country's worst measles outbreak since 2005. Two-thirds of the 76,876 cases are children under two – most of them too young to have completed vaccination.

UrduPoint

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· Jun 23, 2026

866m people fall ill, 1.52m die globally after eating contaminated food: experts

866m people fall ill, 1.52m die globally after eating contaminated food: experts

Vanguard News

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· Jun 22, 2026

DR Congo Ebola outbreak tops 1,000 cases, kills 254

The country's National Institute of Public Health (INSP) confirmed 1,003 cases and 254 deaths, with a fatality rate of 25 percent. The post DR Congo Ebola outbreak tops 1,000 cases, kills 254 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried MD

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· Jul 4, 2022

Cardiometabolic Disease: Too Many Women Are Dying Unnecessarily

Half of the women in developed countries will die of mostly preventable heart disease or stroke. This is one of several shocking statistics that I encountered while researching my latest The post Cardiometabolic Disease: Too Many Women Are Dying Unnecessarily appeared first on Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried MD.

Medical Daily

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· Jun 22, 2026

CDC Confirms 2,104 Measles Cases in 41 States as U.S. Elimination Status Faces Its Greatest Threat Since 2000

CDC data confirm 2,104 measles cases in 41 jurisdictions with 30 active outbreaks in 2026. The U.S. risks losing measles elimination status held since 2000.

The Hill

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· Jun 21, 2026

Profit for me, pollution for thee in Louisiana  

If we’re not vigilant, data centers and other facilities in the works for your home state could create the next Cancer Alley.

URL Media

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· Jul 8, 2026

What’s to blame for high breast cancer rates in AAPI women?

The westernization of Asian immigrants to the United States is contributing to a huge surge in breast cancer among Asian Americans, reports Medical Daily. That’s just one of the reasons [] The post What’s to blame for high breast cancer rates in AAPI women? appeared first on URL Media.

The Motley Fool

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· Jun 30, 2026

Why Pfizer Could Prove to Be an Underrated GLP-1 Stock

It could prove to be a case of better later than never for the healthcare giant.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jun 23, 2026

NCDC reports rising Lassa fever death rate, 214 fatalities recorded in 2026

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has expressed concern over the increasing death rate from Lassa fever, revealing that 214 people have died from the disease across the country in 2026. According to the agency’s latest situation report released on June 22, the Case Fatality Rate, CFR, has risen to 25 per [] NCDC reports rising Lassa fever death rate, 214 fatalities recorded in 2026

TIME

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· Jul 1, 2025

Shuttering of USAID Will Lead to Millions of Deaths Around the World: Studies

Multiple studies have estimated millions will die annually as a result of the Trump Administration’s closure of the foreign-aid agency.

Nepal News

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· Jul 13, 2026

गण्डकी प्रदेशमा सर्पदंशका विरामी वृद्धि

मध्यविन्दु। गण्डकी प्रदेशको नवलपरासी (बर्दघाट सुस्तापूर्व) सर्पदंशका घटनाको उच्च जोखिममा रहेको देखिएको छ। प्रदेश जनस्वास्थ्य कार्यालय नवलपुरको तथ्यांकअनुसार आर्थिक वर्ष २०८२/८३ को साउनदेखि असारसम्म जिल्लामा मात्रै ६७० जना सर्पदंशका बिरामी स्वास्थ्य संस्थामा पुगेका छन्। तीमध्ये २५ जनामा विषालु सर्पले टोकेको पुष्टि भएको छ। तथ्यांकअनुसार नवलपरासी (बर्दघाट सुस्तापूर्व)मा अघिल्लो आर्थिक वर्ष २०८१/८२ मा एक हजार २९ []

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