Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carcinogen
Description: WEBA carcinogen (/ k ɑːr ˈ s ɪ n ə dʒ ən /) is any agent that promotes the development of cancer. Carcinogens can include synthetic chemicals, naturally occurring substances, physical agents such as ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, and biologic agents such as viruses and bacteria.
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Link: https://www.webmd.com/cancer/know-common-carcinogens
Description: WEBAug 11, 2022 · A carcinogen is something that can cause you to have cancer. It may be a substance in the air, a product you use, or a chemical in foods and drinks. Just because you had contact with...
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Link: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/25081-carcinogens
Description: WEBCarcinogens (pronounced “kahr-sin-o-jens”) are substances that may increase your risk of developing cancer. Experts have identified more than 100 carcinogens. Carcinogens may be physical, such as ultraviolet rays from the sun; chemical, like asbestos; or biological, such as infections caused by certain viruses.
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Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/cancer/what-is-a-carcinogen
Description: WEBOct 27, 2022 · A carcinogen is a substance or type of exposure that can cause cancer to develop. You can encounter carcinogens in many different forms. This includes through: the environment. specific...
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Link: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/understanding-cancer-risk/known-and-probable-human-carcinogens.html
Description: WEBThe lists below are from IARC and NTP. More information on each of these known and probable human carcinogens can be found on their websites. To learn more about these agencies and how they study and classify cancer causes, see …
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Link: https://www.britannica.com/science/carcinogen
Description: WEBMar 18, 2024 · Carcinogen, any of a number of agents that can cause cancer in humans. They can be divided into three major categories: chemical carcinogens (including those from biological sources), physical carcinogens, and oncogenic (cancer-causing) viruses. Most carcinogens, singly or in combination, produce.
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Link: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/what-is-a-carcinogen
Description: WEBSep 26, 2022 · Summary. A carcinogen is any substance or agent capable of causing cancer. There are many examples of carcinogens, including cigarette smoke, UV rays, processed meat, and more. The...
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Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-a-carcinogen-2249070
Description: WEBApr 2, 2024 · Carcinogens are substances or exposures that can cause cancer. Examples include home and workplace chemicals, environmental or medical radiation, smoke, and even some viruses and medications. While it's impossible to eliminate carcinogen exposure, you can and should take steps to reduce what you come in contact with.
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Link: https://canceratlas.cancer.org/risk-factors/human-carcinogens/
Description: WEBThe International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Monographs (www.monographs.iarc.fr) identify environmental and occupational causes of human cancer. Sometimes called the WHO “Encyclopedia of Carcinogens,” the IARC Monographs are critical reviews and evaluations of the weight of the ...
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Link: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/carcinogens
Description: WEBApr 6, 2023 · The 2021 edition lists 63 known human carcinogens and includes descriptions of the process for preparing the science-based report and the criteria used to list a substance as a carcinogen. IARC also produces science-based reports on substances that can increase the risk of cancer in humans.
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