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Causes
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What Causes Cancer? The causes of many types of cancer are unknown. However studies strongly suggest that up to 80% of all cancer cases may result from lifestyle factors such as our smoking habits, the food we eat and the time we spend in the sun. Cancers caused by these factors might be reduced if we chose healthier lifestyle. What are Links Between Diet And Cancer? Diets rich in fibre, vegetables and fruit are linked to lower rates of some cancers. High fat foods, alcohol and smoke are linked to higher rates of some types of cancer. Studies suggest that high fat diet may be linked to the development of breast and colorectal cancers. High alcohol intake combined with smoking cigarettes greatly increases the risk for cancer of the mouth, larynx and upper respiratory tract. How Can I Modify My Diet To Reduce My Risk For Cancer? Enjoy a variety of foodsDoes Cigarette Smoking Really Cause Cancer? Yes, cigarette smoking is a direct cause of cancer. In fact, the rate of lung cancer in regular cigarette smokers is ten times greater than in non-smokers. Moreover, cigarette not only causes lung cancer, but also increases people's risk of cancer of bladder, pancreas, kidney, mouth, larynx and pharynx. Why Is It So Hard To Break The Cigarette Habit? Cigarettes contain nicotine and nicotine is addictive. When people smoke they became physiologically dependent on nicotine. Nicotine controls their mood. Ex-heroin users report that the cigarette habit is harder to break than their heroin dependency. Does The Sun Cause Skin Cancer? Yes, the sun causes certain types of skin cancer. People who work or play in the sun have a higher risk of skin cancer. Skin cancer may appear as a spreading skin growth ( pearly, tan, brown or black); a mole, birthmark or beauty spot that changes or is jddly shaped; If any of these signs appear, check it out with your doctor. Can I Catch Cancer From Someone Who Has It? No. Unlike measles or flu, you cannot catch cancer by coming in contact with someone who has it. If One Of My Parents Has Cancer, Am I More Likely To Get It? Probably not. You don't inherit cancer from your parents as you do your blood type or eye color. However some types of cancer such as breast cancer tend to run in families. e.g. is a women's mother and sister have been diagnosed with breast cancer before they were 50 years old, the woman is more likely to develop it than she had no family history of breast cancer. What Can I Do To Protect Myself And My Family From Cancer? Practice these Seven steps to Health: Choose to be a non-smoker and avoid second-hand smoke |