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Cancer is a disease of the body’s cells. Our bodies are always making new cells: so we can grow, replace worn-out cells, or heal damaged cells after an injury. This process is controlled by certain genes. If the genes that control the growth of cells are damaged, these abnormal cells

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Cancer will affect most of us during our lives, either directly or indirectly. By improving our understanding of cancer, we become better placed to make lifestyle choices and take precautions which can reduce our cancer risk. Everyone should be aware of symptoms for early detection and, for those diagnosed, understanding

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Cancer will affect most of us during our lives, either directly or indirectly. By improving our understanding of cancer, we become better placed to make lifestyle choices and take precautions which can reduce our cancer risk. Everyone should be aware of symptoms for early detection and, for those diagnosed, understanding

Causes and Symptoms

The causes The exact causes of breast cancer are unknown, however, there are many factors that are widely believed to increase your risk: Age: the median age of women with breast cancer in Hong Kong is 58 (according to Hong Kong Cancer Registry’s statistics figures in 2021), but there’s an

Overview

The breasts The breasts are made up of fat, connective tissue and gland tissue. A network of ducts spreads from the lobes towards the nipple. When a woman is pregnant, her breasts produce milk to feed her baby. Under the skin, a ‘tail’ of breast tissue extends into the armpit

What is Cancer

Cancer is a disease of the body’s cells. Our bodies are always making new cells: so we can grow, to replace worn-out cells, or to heal damaged cells after an injury. This process is controlled by certain genes. If the genes that control the growth of cells are damaged, these

Questions for Your Doctor

General Questions

Smart Eating

Healthy eating is just common sense, especially where cancer is concerned. Thankfully, there are proven cancer prevention recommendations for foods and drinks that can help lower the chances of cancer affecting you. By incorporating them into your daily life, you’ll not only feel healthier, but you will be less at

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