12 Top Causes Of Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 in 3 people in the United States will have cancer during their lifetime. It’s usually not easy to tell why this cancer is developing – but researchers have identified some of the key factors that can impact your overall risk of cancer.
Smoking and tobacco use
The number one risk factor and cause for lung cancer is smoking tobacco products. The longer and more frequently you smoke, the higher the risk becomes. Smoking can also contribute to cancers of the esophagus, larynx, mouth, throat, bladder, kidney,, liver, pancreas, cervix, stomach, cervix, rectum, colon and acute myeloid leukemia.
For some smokers, pharmacotherapy, behavioral counselling, combination therapy and even financial and material incentives have been proven to work.