Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134183268
Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 9PQ
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To determine: The type of cancer that causes more number of deaths in U.S.
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Cancer is a disease diagnosed by the characterization of uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells being spread widely. If the growth of these cells is not stopped, it may lead to death of the individual.
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