Cancer incidence
Cancer Incidence
Cancer incidence (/ˈkænsər ˈɪnsɪdəns/) refers to the number of new cases of cancer diagnosed in a specific population during a certain time period. It is often expressed as a rate per 100,000 people.
Etymology
The term "cancer" originates from the Latin cancer meaning "crab" or "creeping ulcer". The term "incidence" comes from the Latin incidere meaning "to fall into".
Definition
Cancer incidence is a measure used in epidemiology to understand the burden of cancer in populations. It is calculated by dividing the number of new cancer cases by the total population at risk during a specific time period. This provides a snapshot of the rate at which new cancer cases are occurring.
Related Terms
- Cancer prevalence: The total number of people with a specific cancer in a population at a given time.
- Cancer mortality: The number of deaths due to cancer in a population during a specific time period.
- Cancer survival rate: The percentage of people who survive a certain type of cancer for a specific amount of time.
- Cancer risk factors: Aspects of a person's lifestyle, certain environmental factors, or inherited conditions that affect the likelihood of getting cancer.
Factors Influencing Cancer Incidence
Cancer incidence can be influenced by a variety of factors including age, sex, race, and ethnicity. Other factors include lifestyle choices such as smoking, diet, and physical activity, as well as exposure to certain environmental factors like radiation and certain chemicals. Genetic factors can also play a role in cancer incidence.
Importance of Monitoring Cancer Incidence
Monitoring cancer incidence helps researchers, clinicians, and policy makers understand trends in cancer rates over time. This information can be used to guide cancer prevention and control efforts, allocate resources, and evaluate the effectiveness of public health interventions.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cancer incidence
- Wikipedia's article - Cancer incidence
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