Global Cancer Facts and Statistics Quiz

Test your knowledge about cancer facts, statistics, and global impact based on WHO/IARC data

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Q1 Beginner 1 pts

What is the projected number of new cancer cases worldwide by 2050? Video Reference:
"Over 35 million new cancer cases are predicted in 2050, a 77% increase from the estimated 20 million..."

Q2 Intermediate 2 pts

Which cancers are among the top three most commonly occurring worldwide? Video Reference:
"Lung cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer worldwide with 2.5 million new cases (12.4%), Fema..."

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Q3 Beginner 1 pts

Approximately 70% of all cancer deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Video Reference:
"Approximately 70% of all cancer deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)..."

Q4 Intermediate 2 pts

What percentage of cancer deaths worldwide are caused by modifiable risk factors? Video Reference:
"Over 40% of cancer deaths (4.4 million) worldwide are caused by modifiable – and therefore preventab..."

Q5 Intermediate 2 pts

Which of the following are modifiable risk factors for cancer? Video Reference:
"modifiable – and therefore preventable – risk factors (e.g. alcohol consumption, tobacco use, high b..."

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Q6 Beginner 1 pts

The total economic cost of cancer globally is estimated at USD 1.16 trillion. Video Reference:
"The total economic cost of cancer has been estimated at USD 1.16 trillion..."

Q7 Advanced 3 pts

How many additional lives could be saved annually through appropriate prevention strategies? Video Reference:
"It is estimated that an additional 3.7 million lives could be saved each year by implementing resour..."

Q8 Intermediate 2 pts

Cancer is currently the leading cause of death worldwide. Video Reference:
"Cancer is the second-leading cause of death worldwide..."

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