“The heterogeneity in mortality trends and poor prognosis suggest that changes are needed including lifestyle habits, dietary practices, healthcare and awareness,” the study noted.
The study found that, breast cancer, gallbladder cancer, thyroid cancer, and ovarian cancers are most concerning in women and the mortality rate for these is increasing.
While thyroid cancer showed an annual decrease of 0.3 percent among women, it had higher age-standardised mortality rates (ASMR) values among women compared to men.
The study noted that absence of a nationwide cancer registration system in India significantly hampers the ability to track and analyse cancer trends effectively.
Without a reliable and extensive cancer registry, the government and healthcare providers are hindered in their ability to understand the full scope of the cancer burden.