Cancer is a group of diseases involving
abnormal cell growth with the potential to
invade or spread to other parts of the body. Cancer is a group of diseases involving
abnormal cell growth with the potential to
invade or spread to other parts of the body.
Cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and
mortality worldwide, with approximately 14 million new
cases in 2012.
Cancer is an abnormal and uncontrolled division of cells, known as cancer cells that invade and destroy the surrounding tissues.
Generally cancer is defined as uncontrolled proliferation of cells without any differentiation. Cancer cells are different from normal cells in some aspects. They do not remain confined to one part of the body. They penetrate and infiltrate into the adjoining tissues and dislocate their functions. Some of the cancer cells get detached from the main site of origin and travel by blood and lymph to sites distant from the original tumour and form fresh colonies, called metastasis or secondary growth.
Cancer is a group of diseases involving
abnormal cell growth with the potential to
invade or spread to other parts of the body. Cancer is a group of diseases involving
abnormal cell growth with the potential to
invade or spread to other parts of the body.
Cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and
mortality worldwide, with approximately 14 million new
cases in 2012.
Cancer is an abnormal and uncontrolled division of cells, known as cancer cells that invade and destroy the surrounding tissues.
Generally cancer is defined as uncontrolled proliferation of cells without any differentiation. Cancer cells are different from normal cells in some aspects. They do not remain confined to one part of the body. They penetrate and infiltrate into the adjoining tissues and dislocate their functions. Some of the cancer cells get detached from the main site of origin and travel by blood and lymph to sites distant from the original tumour and form fresh colonies, called metastasis or secondary growth.
There are many types of cancer treatment. The types of treatment that patient receive will depend on the type of cancer, stage of cancer and how advanced it is.
Some people with cancer will have only one treatment. But most people have a combination of treatments, such as surgery with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
The presentation begins with a brief history of how cancer epidemiology evolved, and what is the status at present. After describing the burden of the disease of cancer globally and in India, the presentation includes a brief description of Cancer causes and prevention including screening activities. It also talks about the national Cancer Registry Program, NPCDCS and NCCP.
Cancer begins in cells, the building blocks that make up tissues. Tissues make up the organs of the body.
Normal cells grow and divide to form new cells as the body needs them. When normal cells grow old or get damaged, they die, and new cells take their place.
Sometimes, this process goes wrong. New cells form when the body doesn't need them, and old or damaged cells don't die as they should. The buildup of extra cells often forms a mass of tissue called a growth, nodule, or tumor.
Growths in the liver can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer). Benign tumors are not as harmful as malignant tumors:
Benign tumors:
-- are rarely a threat to life
-- can be removed and usually don't grow back
-- don't invade the tissues around them
-- don't spread to other parts of the body
Malignant growths:
-- may be a threat to life
-- sometimes can be removed but can grow back
-- can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs (such as the stomach or intestine)
-- can spread to other parts of the body
Most primary liver cancers begin in hepatocytes (liver cells). This type of cancer is called hepatocellular carcinoma or malignant hepatoma.
Liver cancer cells can spread by breaking away from the original tumor. They mainly spread by entering blood vessels, but liver cancer cells can also be found in lymph nodes. The cancer cells may attach to other tissues and grow to form new tumors that may damage those tissues.
There are many types of cancer treatment. The types of treatment that patient receive will depend on the type of cancer, stage of cancer and how advanced it is.
Some people with cancer will have only one treatment. But most people have a combination of treatments, such as surgery with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
The presentation begins with a brief history of how cancer epidemiology evolved, and what is the status at present. After describing the burden of the disease of cancer globally and in India, the presentation includes a brief description of Cancer causes and prevention including screening activities. It also talks about the national Cancer Registry Program, NPCDCS and NCCP.
Cancer begins in cells, the building blocks that make up tissues. Tissues make up the organs of the body.
Normal cells grow and divide to form new cells as the body needs them. When normal cells grow old or get damaged, they die, and new cells take their place.
Sometimes, this process goes wrong. New cells form when the body doesn't need them, and old or damaged cells don't die as they should. The buildup of extra cells often forms a mass of tissue called a growth, nodule, or tumor.
Growths in the liver can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer). Benign tumors are not as harmful as malignant tumors:
Benign tumors:
-- are rarely a threat to life
-- can be removed and usually don't grow back
-- don't invade the tissues around them
-- don't spread to other parts of the body
Malignant growths:
-- may be a threat to life
-- sometimes can be removed but can grow back
-- can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs (such as the stomach or intestine)
-- can spread to other parts of the body
Most primary liver cancers begin in hepatocytes (liver cells). This type of cancer is called hepatocellular carcinoma or malignant hepatoma.
Liver cancer cells can spread by breaking away from the original tumor. They mainly spread by entering blood vessels, but liver cancer cells can also be found in lymph nodes. The cancer cells may attach to other tissues and grow to form new tumors that may damage those tissues.
It is all about cancer , risk factors of cancer now days based on strong evidences , it's way of prevention and also includes a new research on melatonin effect on reduction and prevention of many cancers including: Breast, prostate , lung , solid tumor ...etc
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These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
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Flu Vaccine Alert in Bangalore Karnatakaaddon Scans
As flu season approaches, health officials in Bangalore, Karnataka, are urging residents to get their flu vaccinations. The seasonal flu, while common, can lead to severe health complications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions.
Dr. Vidisha Kumari, a leading epidemiologist in Bangalore, emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated. "The flu vaccine is our best defense against the influenza virus. It not only protects individuals but also helps prevent the spread of the virus in our communities," he says.
This year, the flu season is expected to coincide with a potential increase in other respiratory illnesses. The Karnataka Health Department has launched an awareness campaign highlighting the significance of flu vaccinations. They have set up multiple vaccination centers across Bangalore, making it convenient for residents to receive their shots.
To encourage widespread vaccination, the government is also collaborating with local schools, workplaces, and community centers to facilitate vaccination drives. Special attention is being given to ensuring that the vaccine is accessible to all, including marginalized communities who may have limited access to healthcare.
Residents are reminded that the flu vaccine is safe and effective. Common side effects are mild and may include soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or muscle aches. These side effects are generally short-lived and far less severe than the flu itself.
Healthcare providers are also stressing the importance of continuing COVID-19 precautions. Wearing masks, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining social distancing are still crucial, especially in crowded places.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting vaccinated. Together, we can help keep Bangalore healthy and safe this flu season. For more information on vaccination centers and schedules, residents can visit the Karnataka Health Department’s official website or follow their social media pages.
Stay informed, stay safe, and get your flu shot today!
The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
It is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system and is located in front of the rectum and just below the urinary bladder
Function is to store and secrete a clear, slightly alkaline fluid that constitutes 10-30% of the volume of the seminal fluid that along with the spermatozoa, constitutes semen
A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
Generalised disease of the prostate due to hormonal derangement which leads to non malignant enlargement of the gland (increase in the number of epithelial cells and stromal tissue)to cause compression of the urethra leading to symptoms (LUTS
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Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
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Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
micro teaching on communication m.sc nursing.pdfAnurag Sharma
Microteaching is a unique model of practice teaching. It is a viable instrument for the. desired change in the teaching behavior or the behavior potential which, in specified types of real. classroom situations, tends to facilitate the achievement of specified types of objectives.
Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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2. Definition / Identification
Cancer may be regarded as a group of disease
characterized by an
Abnormal growth of cells
Ability to invade adjacent tissues and even distant
organs
Eventually death of the affected patient of the tumour
has progressed beyond that stage when it can be
successfully removed
Cancer can occur at any site or tissue of the body and may
3. CANCER
The major categories of cancer are:
Carcinomas, which arise from epithelial
cells lining the internal surfaces of the
various organs.(e.g. mouth, esophagus,
intestines, uterus) and from the skin
epithelium.
Sarcomas, which arise from the
mesodermal cells constituting the various
connective tissues (e.g fibrous tissue, fat
and bone)
Lymphomas, myeloma and leukaemias
arising from the cells of bone marrow and
4. CANCER
The term “primary tumor" is used to denote
cancer in the organ of origin, while
“secondary tumor” denotes cancer that has
spread to regional lymph nodes and distant
organs.
As the disease advances, symptoms and signs
of invasion and distant metastases, becomes
clinically evident.
5. CANCER
Magnitude of the Problem
Worldwide :
Approximately 10 million new cases and more
than 6 million deaths (12% of all deaths) occur
due to cancers every year.
It is estimated that more than 22 million people
would be living with cancers, worldwide at any
given point of time. These figures represent an
increase of around 19% in incidence and 18% in
6. CANCER
Magnitude of the Problem
Worldwide :
In terms of incidence, the most common cancers
world-wide are those of lung (12.3% of all
cancers), breast (10.4%) and colo rectum (9.4%).
Lung cancer is the largest single cancer in the
world (1.1 million annually).
7. CANCER
Magnitude of the Problem
Worldwide :
The top three causes of death from cancer are those of the lung
(17.8% of all cancer deaths), stomach (10.4%) and liver (8.8%).
Developing countries contribute to more than half of the total
cancer cases worldwide.
By 2020, the new cases are expected to reach at least 15 million a
year and deaths 10 million. The projection of new cases of cancer
per year, for 2020, is 6 million and 9.3 million respectively from
developed and developing countries.
8. MAGNITUDE OF THE PROBLEM
INDIA :
Approximately 8 lakh new cases of cancers are
expected to occur every year. Large majority of these
are tobacco related and hence potentially preventable.
It has been estimated that 48% of cancers among men
and 20% in women are due to tobacco.
Cancer incidence in India is estimated to be around 70 -
90 per 100,000 populations with 700,000 - 900,000 new
cases of cancer every year.
9. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
TOBACCO :
Tobacco smoking is the main
known cause of human cancer-
related deaths, worldwide.
An increase in risk of lung cancer (relative to a non-smoker)
is consistently evident at the lowest level of daily
consumption, and is also proportional to the duration of
smoking.
In general the relative risk (RR) of lung cancer due to
10. Major Risk Factors for Cancers
Alcohol Drinking :
There have been suggestions of a possible
carcinogenic effect of alcohol drinking on other
organs, such as the lung, but the evidence is
still inconclusive.
For all cancers caused by drinking alcohol, the
risk of cancer increases with the level of
consumption, up to an intake of about 80 g of
ethanol / day (equal to 8 small pegs of hard
drinks as Rum or whisky).
11. Occupational Exposures :
25 chemicals or mixtures, for which exposures are mostly
occupational, have been established as human carcinogens,
the important ones being asbestos, crystalline silica and heavy
metals.
Aromatic amines have been shown to increase the risk of
Bladder cancer; benzene that of Leukemias and that of
myelogenous leukaemia in particular ; Asbestos and other
fibres have been associated with Lung cancer and
Major Risk Factors for Cancers
12. Occupational Exposures :
Nickel refining also carries carcinogenic
risk. Coal tar, coal gas production and iron founding are
associated with cancers of the skin and of other sites,
including the urinary and respiratory systems.
Work in iron and steel founding is also associated with an
elevated risk of lung cancer.
Nasal Adenocarcinomas are caused by exposures in the
furniture and cabinet making industry, mainly among
people exposed to wood dust. Similarly, among painters,
40% excess risk of lung cancer has been consistently
Major Risk Factors for Cancers
13. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR
CANCERS
Environmental Pollution :
In the present context, “environmental pollution”
refers to a specific subset of cancer causing
environmental factors, namely, contaminants of
air, water and soil.
The carcinogenic pollutants for which most
information is available include asbestos
(referring here to non occupational exposure);
toxic agents in urban air; pollutants, chlorination
by-products).
Various studies suggest that environmental
pollution accounts of 1-4% of the total burden of
cancer in developed countries.
14. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Food Contaminants :
Food may be contaminated
by mycotoxins. The most
studied are Aflatoxins, which occur as food
contaminants in hot, humid parts of the world,
with diets based upon maize and groundnuts
(peanuts). Aflatoxins are products of the
aspergillus fungi and particularly accumulate
during storage of grains.
Together, aflatoxin exposure and HBV infection
are the main risk factors accounting for the high
incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma in some
regions of Africa, Asia and South America .
15. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Radiation :
Ionizing radiations are one of
the most intensively studied
carcinogens. Exposure to
ionizing radiations from
natural as well as from
industrial, medical and other
sources, can cause a variety
of neoplasms, including
leukaemia, breast cancer and
thyroid cancer.
16. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Radiation :
Sunlight is by far the most
significant source of ultraviolet
irradiation and causes several
types of skin cancer,
particularly in highly-exposed
populations with fair skin, e.g.
Australians.
Extremely low frequency
electromagnetic fields
generated by electrical power
transmission have been
associated with an increased
risk of childhood leukaemia, but
the findings are not conclusive.
17. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Chronic Infections :
Infectious agents are one of the
main causes of cancer,
accounting for 18% of cases
worldwide, and the majority
occurring in developing
countries.
The most frequently affected
organ sites are liver (Hepatitis B
and C, liver flukes), cervix uteri
(Human Papilloma Viruses),
lymphoid tissues (Epstein-Barr
virus), stomach (Helicobacter
pylori) and the urinary system
(Schistosoma haematobium).
18. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Chronic Infections :
The mechanism of
carcinogenicity by infectious
agents may be direct, e.g.,
mediated by oncogenic proteins
produced by the agent (e.g.,
human papilloma virus) or
indirect, through causation of
chronic inflammation with tissue
necrosis and regeneration.
Strategies for prevention include
vaccination (Hepatitis B virus),
early detection (cervical cancer)
and eradication of the infectious
agent (Helicobacter pylori).
19. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Diet and Nutrition :
Based on available evidence, the major factors
in diet related to cancers are :
Vegetables and Fruits
Salt and salt-preserved foods
Meat
Refined Sugars
Fat Intake
Micronutrients
Food Additives
20.
21. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Overweight, Obesity and Reduced
Physical Activity :
Western type of diet (characterized
by high calorie food rich in animal
fat and protein), often combined
with a sedentary lifestyle and
hence energy imbalance and
obesity, increases the risk of colon,
breast, prostate, endometrial and
other cancers. Epidemiological
studies have shown, with varying
degrees of consistency, that
excess body mass is associated
with an increased cancer risk.
22. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Genetic Susceptibility :
Inherited cancer
syndromes(e.g.retinoblastoma, neurofibromatosis
etc.), usually involving germline mutation in tumour
suppressor or DNA repair genes, may account for up
to 4% of all cancers.
Inherited mutations of the BRCA 1 gene account for a
small proportion of all breast cancers, but affected
family members have a greater than 70% lifetime risk
of developing breast or ovarian cancer.
23. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
Reproductive Factors and Hormones :
Female sex hormone metabolism, reproductive factors
and menopausal status affects the development of
endometrial, ovarian and breast cancer.
Use of combined oral contraceptives accounts for a slight
increase in risk of breast cancer, but is protective against
ovarian and endometrial cancers. Hormone replacement
therapy is associated with increases in risk of breast and
endometrial cancers.
For breast cancer, incidence rates rise more steeply with
age before menopause than after, when ovarian synthesis
of estrogen production gradually diminishes. Furthermore,
breast cancer risk is increased in women who have early
menarche, or who have late menopause, whereas an
early age at first full term
24. MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR CANCERS
pregnancy and high parity are associated with
reduced risk of cancers of breast, ovary and
endometrium.
Ovarian cancer risk does not show strong relationship
with menstrual history, but is clearly and inversely
25. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Lung Cancer :
Lung cancer is the most common
tumour worldwide, with 900,000
new cases each year in men and
330,000 in women. It is leading causes of death from
cancer. In India also, it is the commonest form of cancer
among males.
In men more then 80% of lung cancer cases are caused
by smoking; in women the attributed risk is less (about
70% in Northern Europe; 45% worldwide). Some
occupational exposures and air pollution (including
passive tobacco smoke) make a minor contribution to
incidence.
No population-based screening procedures have been
established. No effective treatment is available; the five-
26. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Breast Cancer :
Breast cancer is the most
common malignancy affecting women, with more than one
million cases occurring worldwide annually. Affluent societies
carry the greatest risk, with incidence rates of >80 per 100,000
population per year.
In India, it is the second commonest cancer among females.
Though it can be detected early and treated with effective
measures like self / Clinical Breast examination or
mammography, in our country, only 15% patients present in the
localized stage; in 75% regional lymph nodes are already
involved while 10% have distant spread at the time of reporting.
27. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Breast Cancer :
The worldwide breast cancer epidemic has many etiological
factors, including
Diet and diet related lifestyle factors including obesity (for post-
menopausal breast cancer),
Western type of high caloric diet, low intake of dietary fibre,
Physical inactivity,
Low intake of fruits and vegetables,
Alcohol use and, tall stature; hormone related and reproductive
factors (early menarche, late or no pregnancy, late menopause,
Use of oral contraceptives, and lack of breast feeding); previous
history (family history of breast cancer; history of benign breast
disease);
Exposure to ionizing radiations at the time of development of
breasts.
28. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Cancers of the Female
Reproductive Tract :
Cervical cancer is the second
most common cancer of
women worldwide with more
than 470,000 new cases per
year, of about 230,000 deaths
every year.
More than 80% occur in
developing countries. In India,
it is the commonest cancer
among females, with more than
a lakh new cases being
detected and 75000 deaths
every year.
29. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Cancers of the Female Reproductive Tract
:
Sexually transmitted infection with human
papilloma virus (HPV) is fundamental to
development of carcinoma of the cervix. HPV
prevalence increases with multiple sexual
partners and poor genital hygiene.
Early age at first sexual contact and
multiparity are other risk factors.
Population based screening
with pap smear has improved
30. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Oral and Other Head & Neck Cancers : The
most common cancer in the head and neck,
namely oral cancer, ranks eleventh worldwide
(390,000 new cases per year), while cancers
of the pharynx (65,000 cases) and larynx
(160,000 cases) are less common.
31. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Oral and Other Head & Neck Cancers :
In India, oral cancer is the commonest
cancer among males. In India, oral cancer is
mainly due to smokeless tobacco (tobacco
chewing), which is the single most important
risk for oral cancer.
Other risk factors include alcohol use, betel
nut chewing, and chronic trauma to oral
mucosa by sharp teeth or ill-fitting dentures.
32. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Oral and Other Head & Neck Cancers :
Oral cancer is eminently suited to early
detection and treatment by regular inspection
of oral cavity for leukoplakia or ulcers. Early-
stage tumours can be surgically resected,
However, in developing countries like ours,
many patients present late in the disease.
Overall, oral cancer patients have
a five-year survival rate of less than
50%.
33. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Cancers of the Male Reproductive Tract :
Prostate cancer accounts for about 200,000
deaths annually worldwide, predominantly
afflicting older men in developed countries.
Risk factors include high caloric intake and
low physical activity.
Black men have the highest,
white men intermediate and
Asian men a lower risk.
34. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF COMMON CANCERS
Cancers of the Male Reproductive Tract :
Recorded incidence is increasing in many
countries, partly as a result of screening for
elevated serum levels of prostate-specific
antigen. Testicular cancer mainly affects
young men, with close to 50,000 new cases
each year worldwide
35. PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF CANCERS
The modern knowledge is certain that
cancers represent serious maladies which
have great potential for prevention, as well
as early diagnosis and effective treatment in
many instances. Prevention of Cancers
should be a totalistic approach, targeting all
levels of prevention, viz., primary, secondary
as well as tertiary levels.
36. Key Messages - Community Education for Cancer Control
Stop Tobacco in any form.
Eat at least half a Kg of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables every day
Eat plenty of whole grains, pulses, beans & legumes in diet
Keep salt consumption to < 5 grams a day; avoid food items which are salt-preserved,
smoked or cooked in re-heated oils
Exercise briskly : at least 2 miles (3.2 Kms) of brisk walk in 30 minutes every day
Avoid Ghee, butter, deep fried, thick-gravied, creamed and sugary foods
Avoid “Red Meat” (lamb, beef, pork)
Maintain body weight with proper combination of diet and exercise (BMI at < 25; waist
at < 90 for males & < 80 for females)
Avoid sexual promiscuity
Maintain hygiene of genital organs
Take vaccination against hepatitis - B
Do a self examination of oral cavity and breast (females) once a month
Report if any have “Warning Signs”
Ensure proper protections in occupational settings
37. PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF CANCERS
Tobacco Control
Alcohol
Sexual and Reproductive Factors
Diet, Physical Exercise and Avoidance of Obesity
Occupation
Environmental Pollution
Radiation Protection
Infection
Reduction of Exposure to Ultraviolet Radiation
Chemoprevention
38. TOBACCO CONTROL
Tobacco induced death and diseases are
preventable; halving current smoking rates
would avoid 20-30 million deaths before 2025
and 150 million by 2050.
Smoking cession is very effective in reducing
risk of lung cancer even in later life. The
greatest saving of life would result if rates of
smoking uptake by children and adolescents
were decreased.
39. TOBACCO CONTROL
Comprehensive tobacco control, including
implementation of regulatory measures and
encouraging personal commitment, requires
coordinated involvement of government,
professionals and planners.
Tobacco control involves health promotion and
education, advocacy, support for cessation,
community mobilization, taxation and other
fiscal measures, livelihood alternatives,
regulation, legislation and enforcement.
40. ALCOHOL
Control of alcohol requires actions similar to those for
tobacco control. The action should be targeted towards
individuals and communities and include taxation, general
public education, encouraging highly vulnerable groups like
young people to avoid starting consumption, etc.
41. SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE FACTORS
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) has now been
identified as the etiological agent responsible for
cervical cancer. HPV prevalence increases with high
risk sexual behaviour and poor sexual hygiene.
Education regarding sexual hygiene and safe sexual
behaviour should be provided for prevention of
cancer cervix. Safe sexual behaviour protects
women from the risk of cancer by preventing
infection with HPV.
Breast cancer is not much amenable to primary
prevention, to any large extent. Early detection of
cancer is the main strategy for improving survival in
42. DIET, PHYSICAL EXERCISE AND AVOIDANCE OF
OBESITY
Certain basic measure may help in reducing
risk of cancer :
Avoid being underweight or overweight.
Engage in regular, brisk physical activity.
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended.
Limit consumption of salted, deep fried
foods.
Choose predominantly plant based diets rich
in grains, legumes and fruits and vegetables.
Restrict the intake of red-meat (beef, pork,
lamb) and preserved meat.
43.
44. OCCUPATION
Occupational cancers constitute
5 - 10% of all cancers.
Limiting exposure to potentially carcinogenic
substances through personal protective gear,
rotation of workers and mechanized handling of
such chemicals may help reduce cancers from
occupational exposures.
45.
46. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Maintaining proper
vehicle emission
standards, promoting
alternative sources of
energy instead of
biomass fuel, taking
measures to reduce the
emissions of CFCs and
anti-tobacco measures
in home / public places
will be of help.
47. RADIATION PROTECTION
Personal protective devises
and dosimeters by
personnel engaged in
radiological procedures,
avoidance of exposing
patients to unnecessary
X-rays and adequate
safeguards in nuclear
facilities should be
ensured.
49. INFECTION
The important infections
in relation to cancer prev-
ention, in Indian context,
are HBV, HPV, and H pylori.
Vaccination against
HBV, use of universal precautions in health
care settings, proper sterilization of syringes,
needles and other medical equipment, blood
safety, safe sexual practices, avoidance of
sexual promiscuity, maintenance of genital
hygiene, and treating the patients with
symptomatic infections of H pylori are the
mainstays in this regards.
50. REDUCTION OF EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET
RADIATION
Encouragement of sun-protective behaviour is the
most effective public health measure to reduce
incidence of skin cancer in populations, especially in
children.
Available options include sun avoidance by using
shade, wearing protective clothing and using
sunscreens.
Efficacy is expressed through the “sunscreen
protection factor” (SPF). Most commercial
preparations are presented as having SPF values of
up to 15-20.
Sunscreen formulations typically contain UVA
absorbers (examples being cinnamates and
derivatives of para-aminobenzoic acid) and UVB
52. CHEMOPREVENTION
Chemoprevention is defined as reduction of the risk
of cancer development through the use of
pharmaceuticals or micronutrients.
The breast cancer drug tamoxifen reduces the risk
of developing a second cancer in the other breast.
A lower risk of colon cancer has been observed
following regular use of aspirin and related non-
steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs which reduce the
risk of recurrence of adenomas.
53. CHEMOPREVENTION
Trials to establish chemo-preventive
activity by micronutrients, including
carotenoids and retinoids, among
people at high risk, have been
inconclusive.
At present, tamoxifen is the only cancer
prophylactic drug being used in medical
care, under close supervision of a
specialist.
54. SECONDARY PREVENTION
Secondary prevention aims at diagnosing the
condition at a very early, preferably asymptomatic
stage and effectively treating it. In context of
cancer prevention, it takes two forms :
firstly by educating the community at large
regarding “early danger signs” so that they could
report to medical facility for further evaluation,
should these signs appear.
Secondly, secondary prevention uses certain well
established screening procedures for early
detection.
55.
56. SCREENING FOR BREAST CANCER
Early diagnosis of breast cancer, by promoting
breast awareness among all women and
clinical breast examinations for women,
preferably in the age group 40-69 years,
should be encouraged.
Women should be educated and encouraged
to inspect and manually examine all quadrants
of the breasts with the flat of hand, and the
axillae, once a month, ten days after the
menstrual period.
57. SCREENING FOR BREAST CANCER
Every woman should also be made aware of the
following signs -
A change in size
A nipple that is pulled in or changed in position
or shape
A rash on or around the nipple.
Discharge from one or both nipples
Puckering or dimpling of skin
Lump or thickening in the breast
Constant pain in the breast or armpit
58. MAMMOGRAPHY
The epidemic increase in breast cancer
incidence has led to the introduction of
population-based mammography screening.
The analysis of large randomized trials has
shown that in women aged 50 to 69 years,
mammography screening can reduce
mortality from breast cancer by 25-30%.
For women in the age group 40-49 years, the
screening efficacy is significantly less.
59. SCREENING FOR CERVICAL CANCER
In most developed countries, cytological screening
(Pap test) has led to significant reduction in the
incidence of and mortality from cervical cancer in a
number of developed countries.
Screening should preferably begin at 35 years of age,
as at younger ages dysplasia detected through
screening rarely progresses to cancer, but adds to
programme cost in treatment.
Alternative strategies such as visual inspection are
being tested for use in low-resource settings where
laboratory facilities for cervical cytology are
inadequate.
60. SCREENING FOR ORAL CANCER
Oral cancer and its precancerous lesions,
including leukoplakia, can be readily detected by
visual inspection of the oral cavity not only by
trained heath workers and doctors, but to a
large extent by the subject himself.
61. POPULATION SCREENING
Population screening for oral cancer results
in the diagnosis of large numbers of oral
pre-cancers and early stage tumours.
However, a reduction in incidence of and
mortality from oral cancer resulting from
such interventions remains to be
demonstrated.
62. PROSTATIC CANCER
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing is
now being widely used in developed
countries, for the early detection of prostate
cancer.
Elevated levels of PSA are closely, but not
definitely, associated with prostate cancer.
63. PROSTATIC CANCER
False positive results may lead to
unnecessary treatment. PSA analysis
should be combined with a digital rectal
examination, the latter providing an
assessment of the volume of the gland,
since PSA is also released into the
bloodstream of patients with benign prostate
hyperplasia and other prostatic diseases.
The typical cut-off values are : 40-49 years,
64. TUMOUR MARKERS
Certain cancers release biological products
into the circulation, which can be measured
for increasing the level of diagnostic
suspicion. The common ones are :
Alpha feto protein (α - FP)
Beta Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (β -
hCG)
Carcino Embroyonic Antigen (CEA)
CA - 125
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
65. TUMOUR MARKERS
Alpha feto protein (α - FP) : This is increased in Liver
cancer and certain tumours of testis and ovary. It is
also increased in cirrhosis and hepatitis.
Beta Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (β - hCG) :
Increased in choriocarcinoma and testicular tumours.
Also increased in hypogonadism and hydatiform
mole.
Carcino Embroyonic Antigen (CEA) : Increased in
colorectal, breast and stomach cancers and
Cholangiocarcinoma. Also raised in liver disease and
among smokers.
CA - 125 : Raised in epithelial ovarian cancers. Also
raised during pregnancy, menstruation,
endometriosis, ascites and pleural effusion.
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) : Raised in prostatic
cancer as also in prostatitis and BHP.
66. TERTIARY PREVENTION
Tertiary prevention is also quite important in
cancers.
It consists of proper treatment of disease,
especially advanced disease.
The available options are Surgery,
Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy. It also
involves specialized issues as palliative care,
terminal care and pain relief and reassurance
/ advise to the patient and family.