00:00Poor sleep may be linked to rising cancer diagnoses in under-50s, according to new research presented at a major
00:07international conference.
00:09Two large studies, led by researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the United States, analyzed health data from more
00:17than 18 million adults.
00:19They found people with irregular or poor sleep patterns were more likely to develop cancers, including breast, bowel and ovarian
00:27disease, before the age of 50.
00:29In some cases, those diagnosed with insomnia were up to three times more likely to be diagnosed with cancer within
00:36five years.
00:37Experts say the findings show correlation, not proof, and further research is now needed.
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