American Cancer Society defines cancer as a disease characterized by the abnormal, uncontrolled growth of cells. Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the United States. The causes of cancer are not fully understood. The risk of developing cancer is higher with a family history of cancers which is unmodifiable[1] . However, there are modifiable factors that increase the risks of developing cancer, such as smoking and obesity.
According to the American Cancer Society, a substantial proportion of cancers could be prevented, especially the cancers caused by smoking and other unhealthy behaviors. According to research by the American Cancer Society, approximately 750,000 cases of newly diagnosed cancers in 2020 are avoidable. The study shows that 19% of all cancers are caused by smoking cigarettes and 18% are caused by obesity, excessive alcohol use, poor diet, and a sedentary lifestyle. Some cancers are caused by infections including hepatitis B or C virus, Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), or human papillomavirus (HPV) that is the major cause of cervical cancer. These causes are preventable through annual screening, vaccinations, and lifestyle modifications.
As reported by the Office of Minority Health (OMH) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Asian men are twice as likely to have stomach cancer as compared to other populations. Asian women are twice more likely to have stomach cancer than other female populations from 2012-2016. OMH also indicates that both Asian males and females have higher risk of getting liver cancer that is commonly caused by Hepatitis B and C virus than the non-Hispanic white population.
At CCACC, we help patients identify risk factors and provide education and screening tools to prevent various cancers, as screening is one of the best ways to reduce deaths from cancers. CCACC currently provides free screenings for Hepatitis B & C, breast cancers, cervical cancers, colon cancers for eligible insured and uninsured patients.
Call us (240-798-6001) today to make an appointment for cancer screening.
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