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Abstract

Thyroid and breast cancers are two of the most prevalent cancers in the world. Over the past few decades, their occurrence has been gradually increasing. It is important to understand how environmental exposures, radiation, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and pollutants are associated with breast and thyroid cancer. Iodizing and non-ionizing radiation, which ranges from medical imaging to electromagnetic fields, have been included among techniques linked with increased incidences of cancer. Exposure to industrial chemicals, pesticides, and halogenated compounds can cause a hormonal imbalance, which may alter the ability to resist tumorigenesis. There is strong evidence that thyroid cancer is associated with iodine deficiency, especially in areas such as parts of Asia. It is essential to comprehend these environmental risk variables to create focused cancer prevention initiatives and enhance public health regulations addressing modifiable exposures. The present review is an effort to provide a comprehensive review of reducing the global burden of breast and thyroid cancers.