Which of the following are risk factors to develop Cancer? Select one or more: a. High fat, high calorie, low fibre diet b. Child < 5 years of age c. Exposure to radiation and UV r... Which of the following are risk factors to develop Cancer? Select one or more: a. High fat, high calorie, low fibre diet b. Child < 5 years of age c. Exposure to radiation and UV rays d. Exposure to carcinogenic chemicals e. Aging f. Diabetes g. A family history of cancer h. Smoking
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The question is asking to identify which of the listed options are recognized risk factors for developing cancer. This involves knowledge of health and medical conditions associated with cancer.
Answer
a, c, d, e, g, h
The risk factors for developing cancer include high fat, high calorie, low fiber diet (a), exposure to radiation and UV rays (c), exposure to carcinogenic chemicals (d), aging (e), a family history of cancer (g), and smoking (h).
Answer for screen readers
The risk factors for developing cancer include high fat, high calorie, low fiber diet (a), exposure to radiation and UV rays (c), exposure to carcinogenic chemicals (d), aging (e), a family history of cancer (g), and smoking (h).
More Information
Certain lifestyle choices and genetic factors can increase cancer risk. Avoiding smoking, maintaining a healthy diet, and minimizing exposure to radiation can help reduce the risk.
Tips
A common mistake is to overlook genetic factors and environmental exposures that increase cancer risk.
Sources
- Cancer Risk Factors - SEER Training - training.seer.cancer.gov
- Risk Factors for Cancer - Merck Manuals - merckmanuals.com
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