These common infections are linked to 12% of new cancer cases, study says

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Health · Florida · October 14, 2026

From WESH Orlando

Millions of new cancer cases around the world may be caused by infections that are either treatable or preventable, suggesting that the cancer could have been avoided altogether.

Reported by WESH Orlando, October 14, 2026. Read the full story at WESH Orlando →

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