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Approximately 70% of deaths from cancer occur in low- and middle-income countries. unverified
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Around one third of deaths from cancer are due to the 5 leading behavioral and dietary risks: high body mass index, low fruit and vegetable intake, lack of physical activity, tobacco use, and alcohol use. unverified
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Cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with approximately 14 million new cases in 2012. unverified
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Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally, and was responsible for 8.8 million deaths in 2015. Globally, nearly 1 in 6 deaths is due to cancer. unverified
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The number of new cases is expected to rise by about 70% over the next 2 decades. unverified
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