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Health
Haryana Sees 11% Rise in Cancer Cases Over Five Years, Report Finds
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 06 Aug 2026, 09:33 AM
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Data released by the state health department shows a 11% increase in cancer diagnoses in Haryana between 2019 and 2024.
The Haryana Health Department has released new statistics indicating an 11% rise in cancer cases over the past five years.
The increase, measured from 2019 to 2024, reflects a growing burden of the disease on the state's population.
Health officials note that the trend underscores the need for enhanced preventive measures and early detection programs.
The department is reviewing current screening protocols to better address the rising incidence.
The increase, measured from 2019 to 2024, reflects a growing burden of the disease on the state's population.
Health officials note that the trend underscores the need for enhanced preventive measures and early detection programs.
The department is reviewing current screening protocols to better address the rising incidence.