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Is Kerala beef curry raising cancer risk? claim sparks debate

February 22, 2026 243 views 1 min read
Is Kerala beef curry raising cancer risk? claim sparks debate
A claim by an oncologist linking Kerala’s high cancer incidence to beef curry and parotta consumption has sparked debate online, with another medical expert invoking “Simpson’s Paradox” to challenge the interpretation of the data. Dr Rajeev Vijayakumar, Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist, said in a recent podcast discussion that cancer is often caused by red meat ...Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS.