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Cancer is a class of diseases or disorders characterized by uncontrolled division of cells and the ability of these cells to invade other tissues, either by direct growth into adjacent tissue through invasion or by implantation into distant sites by metastasis. Metastasis is defined as the stage in which cancer cells are transported through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. Cancer may affect people at all ages, but risk tends to increase with age. It is one of the leading causes of death in developed countries.
There are many types of cancer. Severity of symptoms depends on the site and character of the malignancy and whether there is metastasis. A definitive diagnosis usually requires the histologic examination of tissue by a pathologist. This tissue is obtained by biopsy or surgery. Most cancers can be treated and some cured, depending on the specific type, location, and stage. Once diagnosed, cancer is usually treated with a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. As research develops, treatments are becoming more specific for the type of cancer pathology. Drugs that target specific cancers already exist for several cancers. If untreated, cancers may eventually cause illness and death, though this is not always the case.
The unregulated growth that characterizes cancer is caused by damage to DNA, resulting in mutations to genes that encode for proteins controlling cell division. Many mutation events may be required to transform a normal cell into a malignant cell. These mutations can be caused by chemicals or physical agents called carcinogens, by close exposure to radioactive materials, or by certain viruses that can insert their DNA into the human genome. Mutations occur spontaneously, or are passed down generations as a result of germ line mutations.
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RT @altpressLA: Who's going to see Anti-Flag, Aiden, Cancer Bats, and Fireworks this month? 1/22 at The Henry Fonda in Hollywood & 1/24 ...
InnesClothing (Innes Clothing) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:06:50 -0000
RT @altpressLA: Who's going to see Anti-Flag, Aiden, Cancer Bats, and Fireworks this month? 1/22 at The Henry Fonda in Hollywood & 1/24 ...
MIAMI 2009 RALLY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER http://bit.ly/7YfVrM #kids
montessoristuff (Nafisa Juzer) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:06:46 -0000
MIAMI 2009 RALLY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER http://bit.ly/7YfVrM #kids
RT @OfficialSylver: More men die of jealousy than of cancer.
FullTilt_CEO (Anthony) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:06:29 -0000
RT @OfficialSylver: More men die of jealousy than of cancer.
TIP:1 sm serving of this "miracle" food offers more cancer protection than 60 cups of broccoli: FLAX SEEDS - fr.Dr's book of food remedies
meevamarie (Evamarie Green) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:06:10 -0000
TIP:1 sm serving of this "miracle" food offers more cancer protection than 60 cups of broccoli: FLAX SEEDS - fr.Dr's book of food remedies
@infamousphaze lol I don't even know that many pisces. They might be rare. My perfect match are sagitarius. And I think the worst is cancer
Djsesso (Sesso) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:06:10 -0000
@infamousphaze lol I don't even know that many pisces. They might be rare. My perfect match are sagitarius. And I think the worst is cancer
"Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of the cancer cell."â Edward Abbey #quote http://bit.ly/6nKXki
DesertNissi (Anissa Storie) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:06:03 -0000
"Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of the cancer cell."— Edward Abbey #quote http://bit.ly/6nKXki
Angel On My Shoulder - Cost-free weekend retreats for kids ages 8 to 12 and teens ages 13 to 15, affected by cancer through a loved one. Held at Camp Luther in Three Lakes, Wisconsin, and Camp Manito-Wish YMCA in Boulder Junction, Wisconsin. Dates, photos, forms, and program details.
Meta Description: [ Angel on my Shoulder offers camps for youths affected by cancer through a loved one; we further the well-being of those affected by the cancer crisis through the empowerment of individuals, enhancements of quality of life and perpetuation of a vision of limitless possibilities. ]
Arizona Camp Sunrise - Overnight program for ages 8 to 16 who have or had cancer, for siblings, and day camp for ages 3 to 7. Calendar, programs, and message board for registered campers. In Payson, Arizona.
Barretstown - Overnight camp in Ballymore Eustis, County Kildare, Ireland, for kids and teens, ages 7 to 17, with cancer and other serious illnesses. Activities, family weekends, FAQs and history.
Meta Description: [ Here, at our magical castle in the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland, children with cancer and other serious illnesses come for some Serious Fun.The children and their families, from Ireland and 22 European countries, take part in a unique programme recognised by the medical world as ... ]
Camp Carole - Non-profit camp in Moultonboro, New Hampshire for children with cancer. Activities, contact information, history, and feedback.
Camp Happy Days - Special annual camp for children with cancer, in Summerton, South Carolina. Information, location, and counselor application.
Camp Hobe - Offers day camp, for cancer patients ages 4 to 5; overnight camps for ages 6 to 12 and ages 13 to 19, siblings included. Pictures, stories, announcements, and events. In Tooele, Utah.
Meta Description: [ A summer camp experience located in Utah for pediatric cancer patients and their siblings. Dedicated to those whose time and talent make Camp Hobe' such a success! Look here for pictures, stories, and announcements from this years camp and other related events. ]
Camp Mak-A-Dream - Cost-free camp for kids and teens, ages 6 to 18, with cancer. Activities, dates, applications, and staff. In Gold Creek, Montana.
Meta Description: [ Camp Mak-A-Dream offers a variety of activities to the
campers. Swimming, ropes course, archery, outdoor games, hiking,
fishing, crafts, and cabin chat are just some of the happenings at camp,
plus educational workshops and professional speakers. ]
Camp Okizu - Week-long camps for children with cancer, or for siblings; weekend programs for families, or teens and siblings. Program details, calendar, and staff information. In Novato, California.
Camp Quality - Summer programs for ages 4 to 15, ski camps for ages 13 to 16, and family camps at locations throughout Australia. Programs, dates, locations, and registration form.
Camp Quality New Jersey - Week-long camping program in Blairstown, New Jersey for kids and teens with cancer. Information about activities, companions, FAQ, and year-round events.
Meta Description: [ New jersey camp for children with cancer. Letting Kids with Cancer be Kids again. We are volunteer driven and give our compassion and talents for the joy of a child and not because were paid to. ]
Camp Smile-A-Mile - Summer camp for tots, kids, and teens with cancer; weekend family camps; and fall single-day events. Activities, medical information, staff, and schedule. In Alexander City, Alabama.
Camp Sunshine - Programs for kids, aged 7 to 12, and teens, aged 13 to 18, with cancer; sibling and family weekends. Activities, calendar, medical staff, applications, and history. In Rutledge, Georgia.
Happiness Is Camping - No-cost overnight camp for kids and teens, ages 6 to 16, with cancer. Features programs, FAQs, and what to bring. In Blairstown, New Jersey.
Meta Description: [ Camp for children with cancer. Wonderful, free summer camp complete with 24 hour medical facility in Blairstown, NJ. Happiness Is Camping provides kids with cancer a great summer experience. ]
Hole In The Wall Gang - No-fee camp for youth, ages 7 to 15, with cancer and serious blood diseases, who reside in New England, New York or New Jersey. Activities, program schedules, and medical and staff information.
Indian Summer Camp - Programs for youth ages 7 to 17 who have or had cancer, in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Schedule, application, photo gallery, and contact information.
One Step at a Time Camp - Seven summer programs for youth, ages 7 to 19, diagnosed with cancer and leukemia. Includes program details, activities, and calendar of events.
Meta Description: [ Children's Oncology Services, through One Step At A Time camps and other programs, provide educational, social and physical development services to children with cancer ]
Special Days Camps - Program in Jackson, Michigan for youth ages 6 to 17 who have or had cancer or leukemia. Partner camp for siblings, winter camp for kids and siblings, short program for ages 5 to 6, FAQs, and news.
Meta Description: [ A camp in Michigan for children with Cancer. ]
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