Why is there a rise in young people getting cancer?

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Doctors are warning of an alarming rise in the number of young people getting cancer, with genetics believed to be a factor.

It comes as the Princess of Wales announced she was being treated for cancer on Friday.

Professor Andrew Beggs, who also runs a clinic for cancer patients under the age of 45, told Sky News it is still rare, but it can often be more aggressive in younger people.

Read about the Princess of Wales's announcement here: https://news.sky.com/story/kate-and-william-extremely-moved-by-publics-warmth-after-cancer-announcement-13100445

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