1. DANGERS OF
CANCER
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2. First we need to
understand what is
cancer
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3. Cancer is when cells in your body
multiply irregularly.
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-Cells are reproduced in the human
body to repair and replace cells.
-They are controlled by our DNA
(deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA
(ribonucleic acid)
-Disruption in cell division is caused when nuclei cannot
regulate how many cells the body regenerates.

4. -Telomerase is an enzyme that is produced by
the cancer cells and help keep the cell from
dying.
-Chemicals are later produced to help develop
tumors in blood vessels, this is called
angiogenesis.
-Metastasis is when the cancer can spread to
anywhere in the body and start developing
tumors.

5. Common causes of cancer are
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6. One type of cancer that many
are battling today is
Lung Cancer
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7. There are warning signs to the
potential risk of having lung cancer

8. -Coughing up blood and the
cough not going away while
getting worst
-Mild persistent pain
in the chest
-Shortness of breath
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9. There are several ways to
help reduce the risk of
getting lung cancer

10. Quit smoking
-9/10 cases of lung cancer are associated with smoking.
-Smoking causes cancer in lungs, throat, and mouth.
-Is the cause of 30% of all cancer deaths.
-You can find a program to help you quit so you can reduce your
risk of cancer
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11. Avoid second hand smoke
Risk of cancer is higher for people
who are next to someone that is
smoking, about 20% increase of
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Test for radon in home
State and local office can help with radon
testing.
The risk of cancer is when radioactive gas
builds up inside your home.
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12. 2 more ways to help reduce the risk of getting cancer
-Having a healthy lifestyle by exercising and eating healthy.
-Getting screened for cancer periodically with a healthcare
physician if you feel your potential risk is higher.
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13. For more information you can visit these sites:
http://preventcancer.org/prevention/reduce-cancer-risk/ways-to-reduce-
risk/get-screened/
http://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/default.htm

14. Works cited:
Hoeger, Werner W.K; Hoeger, Sharon A. Lifetime Physical Fitness & Wellness. Belmont, CA.
Wadsworth, 2013