Despite recent advancements in breast cancer treatments, new breast cancer cases are predicted to rise by a third globally from 2.3 million in 2023 to more than 3.5 million by 2050. “Our current study does not capture subnational heterogeneity across India, which is crucial for developing context-appropriate breast cancer strategies. “Breast cancer accounts for around a quarter of all cancers among women in several registries, reflecting its position as the leading female cancer. Managing risk factorsMore than a quarter (28%) of the global breast cancer burden is linked to six modifiable risk factors such as smoking, high blood sugar and obesity. “Cancer deaths in women can also translate into intergenerational vulnerability, with children losing a parent at a young age.
