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The Sun
10-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
The signs of killer cancer you've NEVER heard of that's rising in young people, from waist size clue to bloating
CANCER is typically thought of as a disease of old age. But doctors are increasingly finding that certain types, particularly bowel cancer, are hitting younger people far more than they used to. 2 In a new report, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, scientists have found that appendiceal cancer - a very rare form of the disease - is also on the rise. An analysis of over 4000 people in the US, found that compared with older generations, rates of the condition, also called appendix cancer, have tripled among Gen X and quadrupled among millennials. 'There is a disproportionate burden of appendix cancer among young individuals,' said the study's lead author, Andreana Holowatyj, from Vanderbilt University Medical Center, in the US, told NBC News. The researchers suggest that environmental, lifestyle and genetic factors that intensified after the second-world war may explain the concerning increase in appendix cancer rates. They point to dietary habits, gut bacteria changes, greater prevalence of conditions inflaming the gastrointestinal tract in particular. 'Similar trends have been reported for other gastrointestinal cancers, suggestive of potential shared cause contributing to this increasing cancer burden across generations,' the study noted. Although the new study, published yesterday, did not include individuals from the UK, a study published in 2022 did, revealing a similar trend. The research, published in BJS Open, showed that cases of the disease in the UK have more than quadrupled in the UK. There were a total of 949 cases between 1995 and 2001, which jumped to 4132 total cases between 2010 and 2016. Still, appendix cancers are extremely rare. The 4 signs of bowel cancer that mean it's 'too late' - as doctor reveals cause of surge in young people being diagnosed According to the National Cancer Institute, they occur at a rate of 1 to 2 cases per million people annually in the US. Meanwhile, in the UK, where the population is smaller, around 640 people are diagnosed with the disease each year. The appendix is a small pouch of tissue that hangs off the abdomen. It is part of the intestines and bowel, which absorb nutrients and remove waste from the body. Experts do not know what the appendix does, but it may help the immune system. There are two main types of appendiceal cancer: epithelial appendiceal cancer and neuroendocrine appendiceal cancer. The symptoms of appendiceal cancer can vary but may include abdominal pain, bloating, the presence of a lump in the tummy, nausea, and feeling full quickly after eating.
Daily Mail
09-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Doctors' alarm after discovering frightening cancer is exploding in young people faster than colon cancer
The epidemic of colon cancer among young people is increasingly becoming the focus of research and alarm — but there is another form of the deadly disease that is rising even faster. Researchers from Vanderbilt University say appendiceal cancer, also known as appendix cancer, which killed actor Adan Canto at 42, is now surging among people under 50 years old. A new study found Millennials (people 29 to 44) have the highest risk of developing the cancer, with rates among those in their 30s now up to seven times higher than they were in the 1940s — and much greater than the five other age groups included in the research. Despite the surge, the cancer remains extremely rare, the researchers said, with only around 3,000 cases diagnosed every year in the US. It is not clear how many people die from the disease, but officials say if it is caught early between 67 and 97 percent of patients live longer than five years. But appendiceal cancer is concerning because it is often dismissed in the early stages for other, more benign conditions, such as food poisoning or bowel problems. It's not clear what might be causing the cancer to become more common, but researchers said this could be linked to a new 'environmental exposure' that older generations weren't exposed to. In the study, published in The Annals of Internal Medicine, researchers analyzed data from the SEER database — which collects data on cancer cases in the US. They extracted data on 4,858 patients diagnosed with appendiceal cancer between 1975 and 2019, and split them into birth cohorts. Incidence rates by group were adjusted to account for age differences. Rates per 100,000 people were then compared to those for people born between 1941 and 1950, who represented the mid-point of the birth cohorts. Overall, they found Millennials — those born between 1981 and 1996 had an up to seven-fold increased risk of being diagnosed with the cancer compared to the Silent Generation, or those born between 1928 and 1945. Those in Generation X, born between 1965 and 1980, had an up to two-fold higher risk of developing the cancer. And Baby Boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, had an up to 118 percent higher risk of suffering from the disease. At the other end of the scale, people in the Greatest Generation - born between 1901 to 1927 - had an up to 80 percent lower risk of suffering from the disease when they were alive. Researchers wrote in the report: 'A birth cohort effect corresponds to population shifts in environmental exposures that may increase risk for generations now entering mid-adulthood. 'The trends observed in our study may, in part, be explained by a burgeoning recognition over this past decade that appendiceal cancers are a biologically-distinct malignancy from colon adenocarcinomas. 'Well established risk factors of colon and rectal cancer, including early-life experiences, environmental exposures, anthropometric and lifestyle factors (for example, obesity, diet, alcohol, and tobacco), as well as the interaction between these factors and genetic features may also contribute to appendiceal cancer.' The appendix is a small pouch located on the side of the colon. Its exact function isn't known but researchers say it may help the immune system. In cancer in this organ, cells start to divide uncontrollably — with early symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain often dismissed as digestive complications. In many cases, it is only when doctors remove the appendix suspecting appendicitis, or inflammation of the appendix, that the cancer is diagnosed. If it is caught in the early stages, patients have a 67 to 97 percent likelihood of surviving more than five years. But for those whose cancer is not caught until it has spread, survival rates tend to be lower. Patients who have suffered from the cancer also include 39-year-old Rebecca Hind, from Cumbria, UK, who was diagnosed at the age of 33 years. She started suffering from severe stomach pain after a Christmas party at work in 2018, which she initially put down to food poisoning. But when they persisted for eight weeks, she went to doctors — who diagnosed the cancer. Hind has now had surgeries to remove 13 of her organs, more than eight grueling rounds of chemotherapy and medically-induced menopause to beat the cancer. The uptick in appendix cancer, although from a very low base, appears to be faster than that for colon cancer — with cases rising 71 percent among 30 to 34-year-olds over the two decades to 2020. Among adults aged 20 to 39 years old, estimates suggest cases have risen by two percent per year on average. In Europe, data shows between 2005 and 2016, colon cancer cases rose by eight percent per year among those aged 20 to 29 years old. In those aged 30 to 39 years old, cases rose by five percent per year overall. And among those aged 40 to 49 years, they rose by two percent per year on average.
Daily Mail
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BBC presenter of 15 years announces extended break from show after 'incredibly rare' cancer diagnosis - penning emotional message to fans
A BBC presenter of 15 years has announced their extended break from their show after an 'incredibly rare' cancer diagnosis. Bryan Burnett, 59, presents the early evening Get it On show on BBC Radio Scotland weekdays from 6pm. The broadcaster, from Abderdeen, revealed on Thursday to his listeners that he had been diagnosed with appendiceal cancer earlier this year. Appendiceal cancer, or appendix cancer, is a type of cancer that grows from cells in the appendix — a small finger-shaped pouch at the end of the large intestine. Bryan will undergo treatment including chemotherapy and abdominal surgery. While the host recovers, his step-in presenter will be Grant Stott. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Bryan said: 'This is gonna be my last show for a wee while and I want to explain why that is. 'Unfortunately, I'm gonna have to take some time off the show to have some treatment for cancer.' He added: 'When they removed my appendix recently, they discovered a tumour and appendix cancer is incredibly rare but the good news is it is treatable but I do have to have some fairly hefty abdominal surgery next week.' Speaking about what he gone through in recent weeks, Bryan said: 'I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. 'My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands. 'I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months.' He added: 'I want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all my brilliant producers for all the hand holding and all the encouragement they've given me since they found out my news. 'I'm sure they'll let you know how I'm doing over the next few weeks.' Bryan has worked with the Beeb for a number of years, and in particular BBC Radio Scotland. But his career started at Northsound Radio in Aberdeen. Bryan also presented the Top 40 chart show for Radio Clyde in Glasgow. He presented Brand New Country and won the International Broadcaster of the Year at the Country Music Association awards in 2005. But the host has also worked in TV, presenting shows for Scottish Television such as Passport Quiz, Red Amber Green and Scottish Passport. Despite his diagnosis, Bryan has been busy and recently hosted the GCC awards. Sharing some snaps to his Instagram, he wrote: 'Hosting the #gccawards tonight. 'A chance to celebrate the incredible people who keep our NHS running It comes after Natasha Hamilton opened up about her secret skin cancer battle in an emotional Good Morning Britain interview on Friday. The former Atomic Kitten singer, 42, gave fans a health update as she spoke about her diagnosis of Basal-cell carcinoma -which she received last year - with hosts Kate Garraway, 58, and Robert Rinder, 47. Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a type of non-melanoma skin cancer. Non-melanoma means it does not involve skin pigment cells. Luckily the singer is cancer free, but wanted to raise awareness of the matter.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BBC Radio Scotland presenter to take time off after he was diagnosed with 'incredibly rare' cancer
A BBC Radio Scotland presenter has announced he will be taking a break from his show after he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Bryan Burnett made an emotional announcement to his Get it On audience on Thursday, June 5, letting his audience know that he needs treatment for appendiceal cancer- which was discovered after having his appendix taken out earlier this year. The 59-year-old reassured that, although his cancer is "incredibly rare", it is expected he will make a full recovery following complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy, reports The Daily Record. READ MORE: Two Edinburgh schools to be renamed to 'reduce stigma towards pupils' READ MORE: Edinburgh police with riot shields and dogs lock down street in ongoing incident Burnett joked that he was "in good hands" knowing that his surgeon listened to his show. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. He said: "I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands. "I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months." He added: "I want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to all my brilliant producers for all the hand holding and all the encouragement they've given me since they found out my news. "I'm sure they'll let you know how I'm doing over the next few weeks". His fellow BBC presenter, Grant Stott, is set to cover for him during his time off. Hayley Valentine, director at BBC Scotland said: "Bryan is one of our most popular broadcasters on Radio Scotland and I know listeners will join us in wishing him well as he embarks on his treatment. "We look forward to welcoming him back to the Get it On studio once he's recovered." Get it On is a popular evening show on BBC Radio Scotland at 6pm on weekdays. It plays requests sent in by listeners to match a theme set every show. He previously presented country music show Brand New Country for 15 years, and had periods at local stations Radio Clyde and Northsound. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox
BBC News
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
BBC Radio Scotland broadcaster Bryan Burnett shares cancer diagnosis with Get it On audience and announces break from programme
BBC Radio Scotland broadcaster Bryan Burnett announced that he will be taking a break from his popular early evening programme Get it On, to undergo treatment for appendiceal cancer. In a short statement Bryan explained that a tumour had been discovered during surgery to remove his appendix earlier this year and that, although appendix cancer is incredibly rare, it is treatable and he is expected to make a full recovery. He went on to say that his treatment will begin next week and involves complex abdominal surgery and chemotherapy. He added that Grant Stott would be stepping in to look after the show in his absence and thanked his colleagues for their support and encouragement since he received the news. Bryan said: 'I've experienced the most incredible care and kindness from the NHS staff who have been looking after me. My surgeon is a Get it On listener so I know I'm in good hands. 'I will really miss the music and the chat when I'm off but our listeners have given me hundreds of great playlists so that will keep me going over the next few months.' Hayley Valentine, director BBC Scotland added: 'Bryan is one of our most popular broadcasters on Radio Scotland and I know listeners will join us in wishing him well as he embarks on his treatment. We look forward to welcoming him back to the Get it On studio once he's recovered.' BBC Scotland Press Office
