Causes and Risks of Cancer

Causes and Risks of Cancer

Research has revealed that there are many risk factors associated with cancer and can vary based on the type of cancer. Some of these are outside of the control of the individual in that these factors are inherent. A person cannot change their genetics to reduce their risk category. However, there are also risk factors that can be improved or even eradicated. These include behaviors and habits such as smoking, which can be influenced to reduce the risk of cancer.

Cancer prevention is a major concern for many health care providers worldwide. It is important that health care administrators and educators understand the inherent and behavioral risk factors for each type of cancer, as well as how the relationship between inherent and behavioral risk factors differs in individuals and populations. This is the focus of your Discussion.

For this Discussion:

To Prepare:

Review the list of leading types of cancer provided in this week’s Resources.

Identify articles on cancer causes and evidence-based prevention strategies.

Select one type of cancer to explore in your Discussion post.

Identify at least two articles on this type of cancer.

By Day 3

Post an explanation of the difference between inherent versus behavioral risk factors as they relate to causing cancer, in general. Then, for the type of cancer you selected, identify one inherent and one behavioral risk factor and explain how the relationship between these risks may differ between populations. Be specific and provide examples.

By Day 5

Respond to at least two colleagues. Respond in one or more of the following ways:

Share another difference between inherent versus behavioral risk factors for cancer.

Expand on your colleague’s posting on inherent versus behavioral risk factors for cancer with additional insights and resources.

Suggest another reason why inherent versus behavioral risk might differ between populations.