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flag Cancer rates in Wales rose from 16,000 in 2002 to over 21,000 in 2022, driven by aging and inequality, with no improvement in disparities since 2006.

flag In 2022, over 21,000 new cancer cases were diagnosed in Wales, a rise from 16,000 in 2002, primarily due to population growth and aging. flag People in the most deprived areas are 20% more likely to develop cancer than those in wealthier regions, a gap unchanged since 2006. flag Over half of all cases occurred in individuals aged 70 and older, and cancer diagnoses rebounded after a pandemic-related dip in 2020. flag Late-stage diagnoses, especially for lung and bowel cancers, are more common in deprived communities, highlighting persistent health inequalities. flag Experts warn that without long-term planning and investment, cancer cases could rise over 10% by 2040.

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