cancer risks
name some foods that increase your risk of cancer
processed meats, processed snacks, high fat foods, fast food.
what can someone take daily to boost their health and help reduce cancer risks
vitamins
what ways can chemotherapy be administered
pill and IV
where can lumps be found?
anywhere in the body
A
asymmetry
name some lifestyle/social habits that increase your risk of cancer
smoking, vaping, drinking, second hand smoke.
what are some activities that help prevent cancer?
walking, jogging, running, yoga, swimming, weight bearing exercises.
what are some side effects of chemo
cold sensitivity, nausea, vomiting, wight loss
when is fatigue concerning?
when it is not relieved by rest
B
boarder/bleeding
why were WTC firefighters at a higher risk of developing cancer?
the smoke contained toxins, the rubble/dust was inhaled, the firefighters worked in these conditions for a prolonged period of time.
what should one avoid to help reduce cancer risks (personal activities)
smoking, drinking, street drugs, second hand smoke
what are the two main ways cancer is treated
chemotherapy & radiation
what changes in a mole would be concerning?
change in size, color, texture, raising, boarder abnormality,& pain.
C
color
what type of cancer were the WTC firefighters at risk for
Any and all cancers. some have a higher prevalence, but they can be at risk for any cancer
what are some diet tips to help reduce the risk of cancer?
increasing fresh fruit and vegetables, reducing fast food and processed food, taking vitamins, increasing healthy fats and protein, and drinking plenty of water
what would be used to diagnose cancer?
PET scan
what is the weight loss/ gain threshold for concern?
10 lbs
diameter
what were some of the chemicals found in the inhaled/ burned building remains?
There was not only smoke from the fire, but also polychlorinated biphenyls, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, asbestos, sulfuric acid, benzene, arsenic, concrete, gypsum, and synthetic vitreous fibers
why is having a PCP so important in reducing cancer risks
they can screen and monitor for warning signs and educate the patient on at home screening. early diagnosis is key for better outcomes
what main machines would be needed at an outpatient cancer clininc
MRI's, CT's, XRAY's, radiation machines,
what is the concern when talking about pain as a potential symptom
no known reason, that doesn’t go away or gets worse
E
evolving/ changing