Cancer epidemiology

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• Published Subscription Review Article 20 Jul 2026

  Population-Based Cancer Epidemiology of Sikkim, India: Incidence Patterns, Demographic Distribution, and Public Health Implications

  By Tshetiz Dahal, Kaveri Thapa

  Abstract: Background: Cancer incidence in India shows marked regional variation due to differences in ethnicity, lifestyle, environmental exposure, and healthcare access. Sikkim, a small Himalayan state with unique demographic characteristics, has been covered by a Population- Based Cancer Registry (PBCR) under the National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), yet detailed analytical interpretations remain limited. Objectives: To conduct an in-depth epidemiological analysis of cancer incidence in Sikkim using PBCR data, examining site- specific …

  Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article →