Rates of a variety of cancers have increased dramatically in recent years in the U.K., and health officials blame bad lifestyle choices for the trend.

The BBC reported Aug. 9 that Cancer Research UK said that mouth cancer rates have risen by about 25 percent in the past decade, largely due to smoking and drinking. Melanoma skin cancer rates have risen 40 percent, mainly from overexposure to the sun, while obesity has contributed to rising rates of kidney and womb cancer.

"Everyone can help reduce their risk of cancer by avoiding smoking, keeping a healthy body weight, eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruit, vegetables and fibre and taking regular exercise," said Sara Hiom of Cancer Research UK.