Cancer facts and statistics

We are providing you with a summary of some of the facts and statistics on cancer to help you understand and guide you through everything you may find out about the subject. Although the estimates provided are not accurate forecasts, they do provide a good indication of the actual situation.

Cancer screening

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Stay alert to changes in your body. Cancer is generally easier to treat when detected early.

Cancer prevention

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Although many aspects of cancer are not yet fully or properly understood, certain lifestyle habits can go a long way toward preventing the disease.

Definition of cancer

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Normally, your body’s cells grow in a controlled manner. They divide when necessary and die when they have divided too many times or when they are damaged.