Tumors Benign (noncancerous) they do not spread. Malignant(cancerous) They may spread throughout the body Skin cancer is the most common type!
CAUSES Inherited Exposure to cancer causing substances ◦ Sun ◦ Tobacco
TREATMENT Surgery (to remove tumors and repair damaged organs) Radiation(used to destroy cancer cells) Chemotherapy (destroys cancer cells with powerful drugs)
TYPES Type 1(the body does not produce insulin) Type2 (prevents the body from using insulin effectively) Being overweight or inactive can contribute to type 2
CAUSE Problems with insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that normally moves sugars into cells. Can not be cured Can be controlled
TREATMENTS Regular check of blood sugar level Regulating food choices Controlling weight Oral medication Insulin injections