What are the common causes of cancer?

Drag and drop each common cause of cancer into the Cancer Causes box.

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Here are some common causes of cancer that you can categorize into the Cancer Causes box:

  1. Tobacco Use - Smoking and use of other tobacco products can lead to various cancers, including lung cancer.
  2. Diet and Obesity - Poor diet, obesity, and lack of physical activity can increase the risk of several types of cancer.
  3. Radiation Exposure - Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or from tanning beds increases skin cancer risk.
  4. Infections - Certain viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of cancer, such as human papillomavirus (HPV) and Hepatitis B and C.
  5. Genetic Factors - Inherited genetic mutations can predispose individuals to certain types of cancer.
  6. Environmental Pollutants - Exposure to carcinogenic chemicals and pollutants can contribute to cancer risk.
  7. Alcohol Consumption - Excessive alcohol intake is linked to several cancers, including breast and liver cancers.
  8. Age - The risk of most cancers increases with age due to the accumulation of risks and cellular mutations.

You can drag and drop each item into your Cancer Causes box accordingly!