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a disease characterized by
uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. |
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| cells that are non-cancerous. |
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| What does malignant mean? |
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| cells that are cancerous. |
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| What does metastasize mean? |
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| when cancerous cells spread throughout the body. |
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| What are the major causes of cancer? |
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tobacco use (30%)
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diet &
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obesity (both 30%)
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family history
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sedentary lifestyles
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ultraviolet radiation
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environmental pollution
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| What is the most common type of cancer? |
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| Approximately 80% of all cancers are related to what factors? |
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| What is the most important factor in controlling your risk of cancer? |
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