Taller women are at increased risk of a wide range of cancers
Thursday, August 4, 2011 - 21:30
in Health & Medicine
Taller people are at increased risk of a wide range of cancers, according to new research. The study found that in women the risk of cancer rises by about 16% for every 10cm (4 inches) increase in height. Previous studies have shown a link between height and cancer risk, but this research extends the findings to more cancers and for women with differing lifestyles and economic backgrounds.