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3 days ago · Definition. 00:00. …. A carcinogen is a substance, organism or agent capable of causing cancer. Carcinogens may occur naturally in the environment (such as ultraviolet rays in sunlight and certain viruses) or may be generated by humans (such as automobile exhaust fumes and cigarette smoke). Most carcinogens work by interacting with a cell’s ...
3 days ago · This brief reviews the proposed revisions to the World Health Organization-based agreement known as the International Health Regulations (IHR), and the implications for the U.S. WHO member states ...
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1 day ago · In recent years, there has been a growing awareness and concern about the ingredients used in skincare products. Consumers are becoming increasingly vigilant about the potential health risks associated with the chemicals they apply to their skin daily. Among these concerns, the presence of carcinogenic, or cancer-causing, substances in acne products has sparked considerable alarm. […]
1 day ago · The Health Assembly is attended by delegations from all 194 WHO Member States. The Health Assembly’s agenda is preceded by the 40th meeting of the Programme, Budget and Administration Committee of the Executive Board, meeting on 22–24 May 2024. After the Health Assembly, the 155th meeting of the Executive Board will take place on 3–4 June.
1 day ago · More information: Alexander W Jung et al, Multi-cancer risk stratification based on national health data: a retrospective modelling and validation study, The Lancet Digital Health (2024). DOI: 10. ...
3 days ago · asbestos isn’t the only carcinogen! Carcinogens We can be exposed to carcinogens in dust, liquid, gas, waves or other forms. They can be colourless, odourless and invisible. See the table below for examples. To view a list of carcinogens, go to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Web site:
3 days ago · Cancer Prevention and Treatment in Rural Areas. Rural Americans face many unique challenges across the cancer control continuum, from exposure and diagnosis through treatment and survivorship. Rates of cancer and stage of diagnosis can also vary widely in rural areas depending on environmental impacts, population demographics, availability of ...
