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Cancer Explained

Cancer basics

Cancer Basics

Start with the big picture: what cancer is and a few words that describe it.

This lesson is for education only. It cannot tell you whether you have cancer. If you have symptoms that worry you, talk with a qualified healthcare professional.

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In plain terms, what is cancer?

This lesson is for education only. It cannot tell you whether you have cancer. If you have symptoms that worry you, talk with a qualified healthcare professional.

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