In order to understand the incidence of Cancer in Mumbai, Metropolis analysed data of samples processed over a year.

Many of the Cancers are preventable and curable. More importantly, Cancer responds well to treatment if detected early. Higher incidence of Cancer is especially noted in the head and neck region in men and cervix and breast for women. In order to understand the incidence of Cancer in the metro city, Metropolis analysed data of samples processed over a year.
Below is a brief overview of our findings in Mumbai City
Cancer Type | Total | Cancer Type | Total |
Breast | 214 | Brain & Nervous System | 36 |
Hematolymphoid | 166 | Oesophagus | 29 |
Lip, oral cavity | 144 | Nasopharynx, other pharynx | 22 |
Cervix Uteri | 75 | Thyroid | 17 |
Colorectum | 73 | Liver | 15 |
Lung | 69 | Pancreas | 13 |
Stomach | 67 | Testis | 13 |
Prostate | 64 | Kidney | 13 |
Urinary Bladder | 52 | Gall bladder | 8 |
Ovary | 43 | Larynx | 8 |
Corpus Uteri | 40 | Total | 1151 |
Of over 15,345 samples that were tested at Metropolis Healthcare Ltd, Mumbai for over a year, 1151 samples were found to be positive for cancer.
Findings:
Over 18.59% of samples were in the Breast Category and 14.42% belonged to the Hematolymphoid category. Over 10% of the samples were found positive for Lip and Oral Cavity. Cervix Uteri and Colerectum contributed to 6.5% each.
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The WHO points to the fact that by maintaining a healthy weight, regular physical activity, avoiding tobacco usage, adopting good nutrition practices and limiting alcohol consumption can help prevent cancer and maintain general good health.
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Some early signs of cancer include lumps, sores that fail to heal, abnormal bleeding, persistent indigestion, and chronic hoarseness. Early diagnosis is particularly relevant for cancers of the breast, cervix, mouth, larynx, colon and rectum, and skin.
Source-Medindia