Lung cancer rates rising among those who never smoked: The reasons are shocking

Increasing lung cancer rates among non-smokers in India are linked to air pollution, secondhand smoke, and genetic factors. A study from Tata Memorial Hospital revealed that lung cancer affects India’s younger population earlier than in Western countries. Air pollution from vehicles, industrial activities, and Diwali fireworks exacerbate risks, emphasizing the need for government and citizen efforts to mitigate pollution.