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Understanding Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by abnormal cell growth that can invade other body parts. There are several types of cancer, including carcinoma, sarcoma, leukemia, and lymphoma, each originating from different tissues. Prevention strategies include maintaining a healthy diet, regular exercise, avoiding smoking, and sun protection.

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Understanding Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by abnormal cell growth that can invade other body parts. There are several types of cancer, including carcinoma, sarcoma, leukemia, and lymphoma, each originating from different tissues. Prevention strategies include maintaining a healthy diet, regular exercise, avoiding smoking, and sun protection.

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Understanding Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with


the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.

by Dyar Soran
Types of Cancer
Carcinoma Sarcoma Leukemia Lymphoma

Cancer that begins in the Cancer that begins in Cancer that begins in Cancer that begins in the
skin or the tissues that bone, cartilage, fat, blood-forming tissue lymphatic system, which
line or cover internal muscle, blood vessels, or such as bone marrow is part of the body's
organs. other connective or and results in an immune system.
supportive tissue. abnormal number of
white blood cells.
Cancer Symptoms and
Treatment
1 Early Detection
Many symptoms of cancer are common to other illnesses.

2 Diagnosis
A doctor will perform tests to confirm a cancer diagnosis.

3 Treatment
Treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy,
radiation, or immunotherapy.
Preventing Cancer
1 Healthy Diet
Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

2 Regular Exercise
Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise
per week.

3 Avoid Smoking
Smoking is the leading cause of preventable cancer.

4 Sun Protection
Wear sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.

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