What is non-Hodgkin lymphoma? Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is a term used to describe a group of blood cancers that start growing in white blood cells, which are part of the body’s immune system. NHL occurs in the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus and bone marrow. The causes are unclear, but NHL has been...
What is non-Hodgkin lymphoma? Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is a term used to describe a group of blood cancers that start growing in white blood cells, which are part of the body’s immune system. NHL occurs in the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus and bone marrow. The causes are unclear, but NHL has been...
Mesothelioma is a cancer that develops on the protective membranes that line the cavity holding the lungs, the abdominal cavity, and the heart sac. It is mainly caused by asbestos exposure. An estimated 85-90% of cases in men and 20-30% of cases in women are due to occupational exposure. Therefore...
Workplace exposure studies have greatly increased our understanding of cancer and its causes. Carcinogens such as asbestos, benzene, chromium, and radon were first identified in occupational environments. Many exposures identified through occupational studies are also found outside the workplace, and...
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