He said:Cigarette smoking and use of tobacco products: Cigarette smoking is one of the main risk factors for lung cancer, but it can also lead to cancer of the mouth, larynx, throat, pancreas, bladder and other cancers.
Poor diet: A diet high in fat, processed foods, excess red meat, and deficiencies in fruits, vegetables, and fiber can increase the risk of many types of cancer, including colon and breast cancer.
Physical inactivity: Regular physical activity helps reduce the risk of many types of cancer, including colon, breast and prostate cancer.
Excessive exposure to radiation: UV radiation from the sun can lead to skin cancer, and ionizing radiation such as X-rays and gamma rays can increase the risk of cancer.
Viral and bacterial infections: Some viral infections, such as human papillomavirus (HPV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), and hepatitis B and C viruses (HBV and HCV), may increase the risk of developing cancer.
Genetic factors: Inherited genetic mutations can increase the risk of some types of cancer, but they only account for a small percentage of all cancer cases.
Environment: Exposure to harmful chemicals such as asbestos, benzene, nitrates, herbicides and pesticides may increase the risk of cancer.
