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A Global Glimpse: Cancer Statistics in Asia

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Alex and Mary discuss cancer statistics in Asia, how they compare to other regions, and the questions that arise from the “why” behind the data.

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Episode Highlights

  • Intro [0:13]
  • Welcome Back! [1:26]
  • Trip to Germany [2:20]
  • Shout out to Herr Michael Simmons [2:54]
  • Global series [5:16]
  • ASR/ASIR WHOOPS![8:08]
  • GDP [10:38]
  • HDI [10:48]
  • ASMR [11:50]
  • Sadie Mae joins us [12:15]
  • Global statistics [14:04]
  • The cancer atlas [14:20]
  • Endometrial cancer global stats [15:20]
  • Definitive tests [22:22]
  • Preventative screenings [23:49]
  • Geographic variable [24:20]
  • Global cancer burden in 2040 [26:32]
  • Cervical cancer incidence rate [28:30]
  • Cancer in Asia [31:45]
  • China has highest liver cancer rate [32:10]
  • Aflatoxin exposure [32:35]
  • Hepatitis B [32:45]
  • Life expectancy variable [36:30]
  • Over-diagnosis [38:12]
  • Rising trends in younger population [40:00]
  • Same day, same clothes [42:05]
  • Thanks for listening! [43:14]

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