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Brazil's annual breast cancer estimate rises to 78,610 cases
Brazil's cancer institute estimates 78,610 new cases a year for 2026–28, up from 73,610 in its previous estimate.
An oncologist says the increase reflects both more cases and better detection, including wider screening and more precise diagnostic methods.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Brazil, excluding non-melanoma skin cancers.
Some cases have no noticeable symptoms, and feeling the breast cannot detect every tumour, so mammograms are important when recommended by a health professional.
Lumps, skin changes, nipple discharge or unexplained pain should be assessed by a health professional.
Maintaining a healthy weight, staying active and limiting alcohol can help reduce risk, while early diagnosis improves treatment prospects.
Brazil’s National Cancer Institute estimates 78,610 new breast cancer cases a year for 2026 to 2028.
The estimate is higher than the 73,610 annual cases projected for 2023 to 2025.
The institute estimates a risk of 71.57 cases per 100,000 women.
Oncologist Ângelo Bezerra said rising incidence and more precise diagnosis both contribute to the higher estimate.
- Who
- Brazil’s National Cancer Institute (Inca) made the estimate.
- What
- The estimate is 78,610 new breast cancer cases per year.
- When
- For the 2026 to 2028 period.
- Where
- Brazil.
- Why
- The article says rising incidence and advances in diagnosis contribute to the higher estimate.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Inca’s previous estimate projected 73,610 new cases a year.
Inca estimated 78,610 new cases a year, with a risk of 71.57 cases per 100,000 women.
- Annual estimate
- 78,610 new cases
- Estimate period
- 2026 to 2028
- Previous annual estimate
- 73,610 cases for 2023 to 2025
- Estimated risk
- 71.57 cases per 100,000 women
- Institute
- National Cancer Institute (Inca)
What people are saying
Today, for example, we are discussing starting breast cancer screening at age 40. Women have mammograms, and this has identified more cases of the disease.