Cancer is a global health crisis from "summary" of EMPEROR OF ALL MALADIES IN PB by Siddhartha Mukherjee
Cancer is not just a disease; it is a global health crisis. The impact of cancer is felt worldwide, affecting individuals, families, communities, and entire nations. The burden of cancer is immense, both in terms of human suffering and economic costs. It is a disease that knows no boundaries, affecting people of all ages, races, and socio-economic backgrounds. The rise of cancer as a global health crisis can be attributed to several factors. One of the main reasons is the increasing prevalence of risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, and environmental pollution. These risk factors contribute to the development of cancer by causing genetic mutations that can lead to uncontrolled cell growth. In addition to the rise in risk factors, the global population is also aging, which is a major risk factor for cancer. As people live longer, they are more likely to develop cancer, as age is a significant risk factor for many types of cancer. This demographic sh...
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