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Pesticides

Pesticide use causes cancer

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Exposure to pesticides can increase the risk of developing cancer.

What science tells us

Pesticides are typically used in food production and to treat insect infestation. Mosquitos, ticks, rats, and mice can carry diseases, and […]

Tobacco use

Tobacco use causes cancer

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Tobacco use is a leading cause of cancer and cancer death. It is also the biggest preventable cause of cancer.

What science tells us

All tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff contain […]

Obesity

Obesity causes cancer

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Obesity has been linked to various types of cancers.

What science tells us

Obesity or high body mass index (BMI) is a condition in which a person has an unhealthy amount and/or distribution of body fat. To measure […]

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