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Healthier Diets Linked to Higher Lung Cancer Risk in Young

4/21/2026

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The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center reports a study linking healthier diets to higher early-onset lung cancer risk in young non-smokers.
In participants under 50, those consuming fruits, vegetables, and whole grains showed higher lung cancer rates, as reported at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) meeting.
The study suggests pesticide exposure may be a hidden risk factor, while rates among young non-smokers rise despite overall declines.

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The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center reports a study linking healthier diets to higher early-onset lung cancer risk in young non-smokers.
In participants under 50, those consuming fruits, vegetables, and whole grains showed higher lung cancer rates, as reported at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) meeting.
The study suggests pesticide exposure may be a hidden risk factor, while rates among young non-smokers rise despite overall declines.