2. What is Cancer?
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by
uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
3. How does Cancer start?
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Cancer starts with the abnormal growth of
one cell, which then can multiply into billions
of cancerous cells. This will form a mass of
tissue called a tumor.
DID YOU KNOW?
With the 100 trillion cells in the human body. Our bodies are constantly
producing new cells to repair and replace old, worn-out tissue.
4. How does Cancer spread?
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When a few of the cancer cells start producing
chemicals that enhance blood vessel
formation into the tumor. Through the new
blood vessels formed cancerous cells now can
break away from a malignant tumor and
migrate to other parts of the body, where
they can cause new cancer
5. Where can I get Cancer?
Your Lungs is a common site for Cancer
6. What are some of the Lung
Cancer risks factors?
Cigarette smokers have 20 times or even greater risk than
nonsmokers.
Cigarette smokers are at much higher risk than nonsmokers
or pipe and cigar smokers.
Smokers of low-tar/nicotine cigarettes have slightly lower
rates of lung cancer.
Air pollution increases the risk for lung cancer
Exposure to certain mining materials, uranium and
radioactive products, and asbestos have been demonstrated
to be associated with lung cancer.
7. What are some warning signs
of Lung Cancer that I should
watch for?
Cough that doesn't go away
Difficulty in swallowing
Shortness of breath
8. 3 factors that could have
led to cancer prevention?
Using a Respirator when around harmful
chemicals
Limiting exposure to secondhand smoke
Incorporating Diet and Exercise into lifestyle
9. What can I do today to
prevent getting cancer?
Stay away from smoking and secondhand
smoke. Smoking can also lead to Pancreatic and
Oral Cancer
Look for the warning signs, since early
detection is crucial to stopping the Cancer
Visit American Lung Association website for
more information.
10. Credits:
Artwork: Microsoft Clip Art
Textbook pages 351-380
