early-onset cancer
Coverage of early-onset cancer in the Nexus archive.
- HealthQ Special: Caregiving in the Sandwich Generation
The article discusses the challenges of the 'sandwich generation'—adults caring for both children and aging parents. It cites Pew Research data showing nearly a quarter of U.S. adults and half of those in their 40s are in this situation. Topics explored include FMLA leave, mental health for children, and early-onset cancer.
- HealthQ Special: Caregiving in the Sandwich Generation
The article discusses the challenges faced by the 'sandwich generation'—adults caring for both children and aging parents. It highlights data from Pew Research showing nearly a quarter of U.S. adults, including half of those in their 40s, are in this caregiving role. HealthQ hosts explore topics like FMLA leave, mental health for children, and early-onset cancer through personal stories and expert insights.
- Poor sleep linked to rising cancer risk in under-50s
Poor sleep may be contributing to the global rise in cancer diagnoses among under-50s, with cases increasing by 80% in three decades and deaths rising by 27%. Two large studies link poor sleep to higher cancer risk in younger adults.
- Early-onset cancer fuels calls for wider screening — but at what cost?
The article discusses growing calls for lowering cancer screening ages in several countries for breast, colorectal, and other cancers. Scientists caution that expanding screening may lead to more harm than benefit due to potential risks and limitations.