Obesity is driving a hidden cancer epidemic—13 types and rising deaths nationwide

Cancer deaths linked to obesity have tripled in the United States over the past two decades, according to a study being presented at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif.

The study, which examined more than 33,000 deaths from obesity-associated cancers, revealed sharp increases in cancer deaths, especially among women, older adults, Native Americans and Black Americans.

“Obesity is a significant risk factor for multiple cancers, contributing to…

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