Cancer

• What is cancer?

  A disease caused by uncontrolled cell growth
• Why do we need to look at tumors when discussing cancer?

  Because tumors are related but not the same as cancer
• What is a tumor?

  An abnormal mass of cells from uncontrolled growth
• What are the two types of tumors?

  Benign tumors and malignant tumors
• Which type of tumor is considered cancerous?

  Malignant tumors
• How are benign tumors characterized?

  They are contained within one area
• Why are malignant tumors more dangerous?

  They invade other tissues and spread
• What can malignant tumor cells do?

  Enter the bloodstream and travel
• What is a risk factor for developing lung cancer?

  Smoking
• Which other cancers are linked to smoking?

  Mouth, stomach, and cervical cancer
• What lifestyle factor is linked to bowel cancer?

  Obesity
• What type of cancer is linked to ultraviolet light exposure?

  Skin cancer
• How does UV radiation affect skin cells?

  It can damage them
• What cancer is linked to drinking alcohol?

  Liver cancer
• What genetic factors can influence cancer risk?

  Inherited genes from parents
• Which genes are linked to breast and ovarian cancer?

  BRCA genes
• What are the key risk factors for developing cancer?

  • Smoking
  • Obesity
  • Ultraviolet light exposure
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Genetic factors (e.g., BRCA genes)
• Where can you find additional resources related to cancer studies?

  • Website: cognito.org
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