Causes and Risk Factors for Leukemia
The causes of the development of leukemia are still largely uncertain. However, there are various factors that increase the risk of developing leukemia. These include a certain hereditary predisposition, radioactive rays, and X-rays, as well as certain chemical substances. Viruses also play a role in some rare types of leukemia. Another risk factor is…
The Risks of Cancer After Getting Tattoo
A recent report by the European Chemicals Agency warns that some inktats used for tattoos would pose a risk of cancer such as Leukemia. Although, like eyeliner tattoo which is mainly used as a cosmetic, there is no scientific evidence today that tattoo ink is carcinogenic, comments from the Foundation against Cancer say there…
The Importance of Mental Health Care for Cancer Victims
According to the National Cancer Institute, cancer incidence in the United States, increases at the rate of 442.4 for every 100K men and women every year. Cancer mortality on the other hand, is 158.3 per year, for every 100K men and women afflicted with a cancerous disease, Sadly, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society reported that…
