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Early detection of cancer __________.

A
reduces the likelihood of living
B
increases the chance for a cure
C
reduces the amount of time in the hospital
D
increases the likelihood of metastasis
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Which of the following is known to increase an individual's chances of developing certain cancers?

A
eating too much fish
B
drinking too much coffee
C
consuming alcohol
D
eating a low fat diet
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Describe five possible treatments for cancer.

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Cancer-causing agents are called __________.

A
carcinoids
B
tumors
C
sarcomas
D
carcinogens
5

Explain how you can decrease the risk of developing smoking-related cancers.

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The spread of cancer from its point of origin is called __________.

A
carcinogen
B
metastasis
C
responsiveness
D
reoccurrence
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Which statement BEST defines the term cancer?

A
Cancers occur when normal cells grow rapidly.
B
Cancers are normal growths that occur in all tissues.
C
Cancers are tissues that grow in abnormal places.
D
Cancers occur when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably.
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Discuss the two main causes of skin cancer.

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Describe what type of diet one might follow while attempting to decrease the risk of developing colon cancer.

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What are possible risk factors that increase an individual's chance of developing cancer?

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