Diesel engine exhaust has been classified as cancer-causing by the WHO's cancer research agency on Tuesday and the UN health body has urged action to reduce human exposure to it.
Lung Cancer - Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
Lung cancer is a malignant tumor in the lung tissues. Smoking is the main cause of lung cancer with symptoms like recurrent respiratory diseases.
Lung cancer is a malignant tumor in the lung tissues. Smoking is the main cause of lung cancer with symptoms like recurrent respiratory diseases.
"Large populations are exposed to diesel exhaust in everyday life, whether through their occupation or through the ambient air," said a statement.
People are exposed to the exhaust gases of diesel cars, trains, ships and power generators.
Lung Cancer Screening - FAQs
Lung cancer accounts for nearly 1.3 million deaths annually worldwide. Lung cancer screening can help in early detection of cancer and possible cure.
Lung cancer accounts for nearly 1.3 million deaths annually worldwide. Lung cancer screening can help in early detection of cancer and possible cure.
In 1988, the IARC had classified diesel exhaust as "probably" carcinogenic.
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Bladder Cancer – Symptoms, Signs, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis & Prevention
Bladder cancer occurs due to abnormal cell growth in the urinary bladder. The most common kind usually is urothelial cancer or transitional cell carcinoma.
Bladder cancer occurs due to abnormal cell growth in the urinary bladder. The most common kind usually is urothelial cancer or transitional cell carcinoma.
Source-AFP
Importance of Health Screening Tests
Health screening, along with a healthy diet and exercise, is necessary for good health and a higher quality of life.
Health screening, along with a healthy diet and exercise, is necessary for good health and a higher quality of life.
