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Bookmark or Share- Known and Probable Human Carcinogens - American Cancer SocietyThe lists below are from IARC and NTP. More information on each of these known and probable human carcinogens can be found on their websites. To learn more about these agencies and how they study and classify cancer causes, see Determining if Something Is a Carcinogen.
- Carcinogen - WikipediaCarcinogen. A carcinogen ( / kɑːrˈsɪnədʒən /) is any agent that promotes the development of cancer. [1] Carcinogens can include synthetic chemicals, naturally occurring substances, physical agents such as ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, and biologic agents such as viruses and bacteria. [2]
- Cancer - World Health Organization (WHO)Key facts. Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020, or nearly one in six deaths. The most common cancers are breast, lung, colon and rectum and prostate cancers.
- Carcinogens: Overview, types, and more - Medical News TodaySummary. A carcinogen is any substance or agent capable of causing cancer. There are many examples of carcinogens, including cigarette smoke, UV rays, processed meat, and more. The...
- Carcinogens: What They Are and Common Types - Cleveland ClinicCarcinogens (pronounced “kahr-sin-o-jens”) are substances that may increase your risk of developing cancer. Experts have identified more than 100 carcinogens. Carcinogens may be physical, such as ultraviolet rays from the sun; chemical, like asbestos; or biological, such as infections caused by certain viruses.
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