Century-old tumours could reveal why more young people are getting bowel cancer
Summary
Scientists are studying old tumor samples to find out why more young people are getting bowel cancer. The rise in cases among people under 50 is seen worldwide, including a 75% increase in the UK among those under 24. Researchers will analyze stored cancer samples to uncover changes and potential causes.Key Facts
- Scientists are looking into a rise in bowel cancer among young people worldwide.
- In the UK, bowel cancer rates have increased by 75% for those under 24 since the 1990s.
- St Mark's The National Bowel Hospital has a large archive of cancer samples stored in wax.
- These samples will undergo detailed molecular analysis at the Institute of Cancer Research.
- Researchers aim to identify DNA changes in cancer cells and their causes.
- A type of E. coli bacteria may be linked to the rise in cancer cases among young people.
- Understanding what causes these changes can help develop better prevention methods.
- Rates of bowel cancer for people aged 25-49 in the UK have increased by 51% since the 1990s.
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