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Summary
Cancer risks differ between Moslem and non-Moslem populations in Bombay. Lung cancer is most common in Moslem men, while esophageal cancer is most common in non-Moslem men. Breast and cervical cancer frequencies also vary by religious group.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- The Moslem community in Bombay exhibits distinct cultural and religious practices.
- Understanding cancer incidence variations within diverse populations is crucial for targeted public health interventions.
- Societal changes and modernization may influence health behaviors and disease risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate and compare site-specific cancer risks between the Moslem and non-Moslem populations in Greater Bombay.
- To identify differences in cancer incidence based on religious affiliation and demographic factors.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of cancer incidence data using sex- and age-adjusted rates.
- Comparison of age-specific incidence rates between Moslem and non-Moslem groups.
- Examination of common cancer sites in men and women of both populations.
Main Results:
- Significant variations in common cancer sites were observed between Moslem and non-Moslem populations.
- In Moslem men, lung cancer showed the highest risk, followed by larynx, esophagus, tongue, and hypopharynx.
- In non-Moslem men, esophageal cancer was most common, followed by lung, larynx, and tongue. In women, breast and cervical cancer frequencies were reversed between the two groups.
Conclusions:
- Site-specific cancer risks vary considerably between Moslem and non-Moslem communities in Bombay.
- These findings highlight the importance of considering religious and cultural factors in cancer research and prevention strategies.
- Further research is warranted to explore the underlying reasons for these observed disparities in cancer incidence.