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PREVENTION THROUGH AWARENESS: IDENTIFYING THE CAUSES OF CANCER.

Cancer is a complex disease that has multiple causes, both genetic and environmental. Genetic factors play a significant role in some cases of cancer. Certain gene mutations can be inherited from parents, increasing the risk of developing certain types of cancer. However, the majority of cancer cases are due to environmental factors.

One of the most prominent causes of cancer today is tobacco use. Smoking cigarettes, cigars, or pipes is strongly associated with several types of cancer. Furthermore, secondhand smoke exposure also increases the risk of developing cancer.

Another major cause of cancer is exposure of carcinogens in the environment. Carcinogens are substances that can cause cancer and they can be found in various sources such as air pollution, household chemicals, pesticides, and industrial pollutants such as asbestos, benzene and formaldehyde.

Diet and lifestyle choices also contribute to the development of cancer. A poor diet high in processed foods like red meat and poor fruit in take and vegetables has been linked to an increase of cancer according to medical scientists. Lack of physical exercises and obesity are also associated with a higher likelihood of developing certain types of cancer including breast, colon and endometrial cancer.

Furthermore infections caused by certain viruses and bacteria can lead to cancer . Examples include the human papilloma virus (HPV), which can lead to cervical and other cancers the Hepatitis B and C viruses, which can result in liver cancer.

While progress has been made in understanding the causes of cancer, it is worth mentioning that many cases still have unknown origins. Research continues to uncover new links between environmental exposures, genetic factors and cancer development, helping to inform prevention strategies and improve treatment options.

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