Cancer Statistics
This cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer.
Breast Cancer
Uncontrolled cell growth
What is Domestic Violence?
Defined by Merriam Webster as violent or abusive behavior directed by romantic partner against another.
This is the percentage of women expected to develop cancer in their lifetimes
33%
A mass of cancerous cells originating in epithelial layer of skin or within lining of organs is..
Carcinoma
How many people does domestic violence affect?
1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men experience severe intimate partner violence.
This type of cancer is responsible for the most cancer-related deaths.
Lung cancer
What is the study of cancer?
Oncology
Intimate partner violence accounts for _ of all violent crimes
15%
In the U.S. breast cancer rates have decreased due to early detection. What are some of the methods that can be/are used?
Mammograms, self examinations, clinical breast exams and ultrasounds
What are the Cell Growth Phases?
G1, S, G2, Mitosis
True or False: Women with cancer are more likely to be victims of domestic violence.
True, 25% of women with cancer become victims of DV as well.
The 5 year survival rate for children diagnosed with leukemia has gone from ________ to _______ in the last 3 decades. 26%, 85% 26%, 73% 45%, 85% 45%, 73%
45% to 85%
The practice of getting a smear of cells and examining them under a microscope to determine a diagnosis.
Cytology
Women with cancer are ____ as likely to become victims of DV.