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60% of Global Cases
Over 60.8% of new stomach cancer cases occur in Eastern Asia each year — the highest regional share worldwide, representing 748,000+ new diagnoses annually.
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Preventable Through Early Detection
Most stomach cancer cases can be treated successfully if caught early, but low awareness and limited screening access in developing regions make prevention difficult.
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527,000 Deaths
Eastern Asia also accounts for 55.2% of worldwide stomach cancer deaths, totaling more than half a million lives lost annually.
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612,800 Cases in China
In 2019, China alone reported 612,800 new cases, accounting for nearly three-quarters of all East Asian cases.
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Mongolia’s Alarming Rates
Mongolia has one of the highest stomach cancer rates in the world — with male incidence reaching 47.2 per 100,000, compared to the global average of ~10.
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1.1 Million Global Cases
Globally, around 1.1 million people are diagnosed with stomach cancer every year, making it the fifth most common cancer and fourth leading cause of cancer deaths.
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We focus our efforts on:
Raising awareness through educational campaigns and events
Funding medical research into prevention and treatment
Supporting local helpline networks for patients and families
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Through your efforts and contributions, we fund research, rehabilitation, and familial efforts through charitable foundations such as the American Cancer Society, Cancer Research Institute, and the Gastric Cancer Foundation.
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