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What are the risk factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   148   Risk factors for head and neck cancers include tobacco use (smoking and smokeless tobacco),excessive alcohol consumption,human papillomavirus (HPV) infection,particularly HPV16 and 18,exposure to certain occupational hazards like asbestos,wood dust,and cer...

The Silent Threat: Arsenic and its Link to Liver Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   95   Arsenic,a naturally occurring element found in soil and water,poses a significant threat to global health,particularly regarding liver cancer.Chronic exposure to arsenic,even at low levels,through contaminated drinking water or food,can lead to the accumul...

Demystifying Liver Cancer: Understanding the Basics   created at May 04, 2009   125   Liver cancer,primarily hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC),develops when healthy liver cells become cancerous,often due to long-term liver damage from conditions like hepatitis B or C,alcohol abuse,non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD),and certain genetic d...

Navigating Life After Head and Neck Cancer Treatment: Practical Advice and Support   created at May 09, 2009   125   Life after head and neck cancer treatment involves a multifaceted recovery process focusing on physical rehabilitation,including speech therapy,swallowing therapy,and physical therapy to regain strength and function.Emotional and psychological support is c...

Employer Requirements under California Labor Code Section 6401.9   created at Jun 26, 2024   640   California Labor Code Section 6401.9 requires employers to provide employees with information about the availability of and access to emergency contraception,including oral contraceptives and the Plan B emergency contraceptive pill,at no cost to the employ...

Joan of Arc and Zandark   created at Mar 09, 2024   433   In the annals of history, certain figures stand out as symbols of courage, conviction, and resilience. Among them are Joan of Arc and Zandark, two legendary figures who left an indelible mark on the pages of history. In this blog post, we explore the diffe...

Understanding the Link: Vinyl Chloride, Thorium Dioxide, and Liver Cancer Risk   created at May 04, 2009   128   Exposure to certain industrial chemicals, such as vinyl chloride and thorium dioxide (Thorotrast), poses a significant risk of developing liver cancer, albeit in distinct ways. While these substances may elevate the risk of specific types of liver cancer, ...

Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring the Causes of Brain Tumors   created at May 03, 2009   106   Brain tumors remain a complex and multifaceted medical mystery, with their underlying causes still largely unknown. Here's what we currently understand about the potential factors contributing to the development of brain tumors:1. Age Distribution: Brain t...

What are the major contributing factors for head and neck cancers?   created at May 09, 2009   99   The major causes (etiologic factors) for head and neck cancers are tobacco and alcohol use, including cigarettes, cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco, betel leaf, lime, catchu and areca nut, and marijuana. Combining tobacco and alcohol use poses an even greater...