What is Cancer
Cancer is a group of diseases where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, invading and destroying healthy tissue. It can also spread throughout the body. As one of the world’s leading diseases, cancer remains a major health issue, but advances in screening, treatment, and prevention are boosting survival rates for many types. There are over 200 types of cancer, which can be categorised based on their origin in the body, such as breast cancer or lung cancer. Additionally, cancers can be classified according to the type of cell in which they begin, falling into five main groups.
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