Can Your Height Predict Your Cancer Risk? Exploring The Link Between Height And Cancer Susceptibility | Health Live

A recent study revealed that taller individuals have a higher likelihood of developing cancer, with 15 out of 17 cancers examined showing this trend. Specifically, each 10-centimeter increase in height is associated with a 16% higher risk of cancer, a pattern also observed in men. Susannah, Science Program Manager at the World Cancer Research Fund International, explains why height may influence cancer risk. She notes that our height can indeed affect our susceptibility to cancer, possibly due to factors such as increased cell growth or hormonal differences associated with greater height. Understanding this connection can help in assessing cancer risk and developing preventative strategies. While height is just one factor among many, this research highlights the need to consider various aspects of health in cancer risk assessments.