CANCER PREVENTION

Types of Cancer

Exposure to Certain Environmental Factors

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  • Lung cancer (exposure to radon, secondhand smoke, asbestos, and other air pollutants)
  • Mesothelioma (exposure to asbestos)
  • Bladder cancer (exposure to certain chemicals and dyes used in industries such as rubber, textile, and leather)
  • Leukemia (exposure to high levels of ionizing radiation, such as nuclear accidents and medical treatments)
  • Liver cancer (exposure to hepatitis B and C viruses)
  • Skin cancer (exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds)

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