DANGERS OF CANCER

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First we need to understand what

is cancer

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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.

-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.

Common causes of cancer are

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One type of cancer that many are battling today is

Lung Cancer

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There are warning signs to the potential risk of having lung

cancer

-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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There are several ways to help reduce the risk of

getting lung cancer

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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Avoid second hand smoke

Risk of cancer is higher for people who are next to someone that is smoking, about 20% increase of getting cancer than the person actually smoking.

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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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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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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

Works cited:

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