Risk Factors for Cancer
While some cancers are genetic, many are linked to specific lifestyle and environmental factors.
Can you name three controllable risk factors for cancer?
What is Risk Factors for Cancer?
"Risk factors are variables that increase the likelihood of developing a disease like cancer."
Which answer best completes the statement? ____ tissue is made of hollow tubes that transport water
A student thinks that stents are used to thin the blood. Why is this incorrect?
Which option correctly completes the statement? Lipases break down ____ into glycerol and fatty acids
Which answer best completes the statement? Proteases break down proteins into ____
Causes of Cancer
Smoking: Linked to lung, mouth, and stomach cancers.
Obesity: A risk factor for many common cancers (e.g. bowel).
UV exposure: Increases the risk of skin cancer (melanoma).
Ionising radiation (like X-rays or radon gas) is also a significant environmental risk factor.
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