Cancer

• What causes cancer?

  Uncontrolled cell growth and division
• What results from uncontrolled cell growth and division?

  Formation of a tumor (mass of cells)
• Are all tumors cancerous?

  No, not all tumors are cancerous
• What are the two types of tumors?

  1. Benign

  • Tumor grows until no more room
  • Stays in one place, not invasive
  • Usually not dangerous

  1. Malignant

  • Tumor grows and spreads to nearby tissues
  • Can invade healthy tissues
  • Dangerous and can be fatal
• What characterizes benign tumors?

  They grow until no more room
• How do malignant tumors behave?

  They grow and spread to nearby tissues
• Why are malignant tumors considered dangerous?

  They invade healthy tissues and can be fatal
• What can increase the chance of developing some cancers?

  Risk factors
• Does having risk factors guarantee cancer development?

  No, it increases the risk but not certainty
• What has improved cancer survival rates?

  Medical advances
• What are the three main lifestyle-related risk factors for cancer?

  1. Smoking

  • Linked to lung cancer and others

  1. Obesity

  • Associated with various cancers

  1. UV exposure

  • Increases risk of skin cancer
• What is a well-known fact about smoking?

  It is linked to lung cancer
• How is obesity related to cancer?

  It is associated with various cancers
• What can UV exposure lead to?

  Increased risk of skin cancer
• What is the second biggest preventable cause of cancer?

  Obesity
• What can UV exposure from the sun lead to?

  Increased chance of developing skin cancer
• What is the relationship between UV exposure and cancer?

  UV exposure increases cancer risk
• What are some types of cancer mentioned?

  Bowel, liver, and kidney cancer
• What is the second biggest preventable cause of cancer?

  Smoking
• How does UV exposure relate to skin cancer?

  Increased UV exposure raises skin cancer risk
• Who is at higher risk of developing skin cancer?

  People living in sunny climates
• What lifestyle factor increases skin cancer risk?

  Frequent use of sunbeds
• What viral infection is linked to increased cancer risk?

  Infection with certain viruses
• How do certain viruses affect cancer risk?

  They increase chances of developing specific cancers
• Which virus is mentioned as increasing liver cancer risk?

  Hepatitis B virus
• What can lifestyle choices do regarding cancer risk?

  They can increase or decrease cancer risk
• What is a way to reduce UV exposure?

  Wearing sunblock
• How can one reduce the risk of developing cancer?

  By avoiding smoking and using sunblock
• What are the lifestyle factors associated with increased cancer risk?

  • Smoking
  • UV exposure
  • Poor diet
  • Lack of exercise
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
• What is the effect of mutations in BRCA genes?

  They increase breast and ovarian cancer risk
• How can UV radiation still affect us?

  It can reach us through clouds
• What can be done to reduce the risk of skin cancer?

  Keep covered and wear sunblock
• What are the steps to reduce cancer risk?

  1. Avoid smoking
  2. Limit UV exposure
  3. Maintain a healthy diet
  4. Exercise regularly
  5. Limit alcohol consumption
• What is the role of lifestyle in cancer development?

  Lifestyle can increase or decrease cancer risk
• What is the relationship between genetics and cancer risk?

  Inherited genes can increase cancer susceptibility
• What is a common way cancer can be transmitted?

  Through unprotected sexual contact
• How can lifestyle choices affect viral infections related to cancer?

  They can influence the likelihood of infection
• What factors can influence the risk of developing cancer?

  Genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors
• What is the effect of sun exposure on skin cancer risk?

  Increased sun exposure raises skin cancer risk
• What is the importance of reducing UV exposure?

  It lowers the risk of skin cancer