CancerMrs. Anna WardJames Martin MS

Do Now!!!

•What do you know about cancer?

•How many types of cancer can you list?

Cancer: What is it?

•Cancer is a genetic disorder that affects the cell cycle (how a cell divides) that is characterized by uncontrolled division of cells.

• http://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/cancer/

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C503LJrUGKc

Examples of CarcinogensA carcinogen is a cancer causing agent that speeds up the process of genetic mutations and the potential for developing cancer.• Tobacco Smoke• Ultraviolet Radiation from the sun• Certain Chemicals • Exposure to certain viruses such as HPV• Other forms of radiation• Other negative lifestyle choices (drug abuse, unhealthy diet) can also

influence your body’s ability to fight off disease or develop cancer

A very personal example from me…

Looking at some cancer facts• At your tables, your group has note cards with names of

several forms of cancer. You also have several random facts included.

• With your group, please attempt to organize the facts so that they match up with the correct form of cancer.

• A solution station is provided.