Teaming Up Against Cancer
Cancer...
- is the result of changes in genes that control normal cell growth; changes may be inherited or the result of environmental or lifestyle factors.
- will be diagnosed in more than 1.4 million Americans in 2008—including nearly 37,000 Georgians.
- can spread to distant parts of the body through the bloodstream or lymphatic system.
- is the second-leading cause of early death in U.S. after heart disease.
- currently is treated with surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormones, and/or biological therapy.
- incidence rates could be cut by one-third, if people would adopt a healthful diet and exercise regime.
Cancer resources:
The American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org
National Cancer Institute: www.cancer.gov