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How does the risk of getting cancer vary with age?
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Incidence of cancer: The risk of getting cancer generally increases with age. According to the American Cancer Society, about 77% of all cancers are diagnosed in people aged 55 and older. This is partly because as we age, our cells accumulate more genetic Show more…
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