Paperback. Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, and one of the most feared diagnoses a patient can face. The number of new cases is expected to rise by 70% over the next two decades, but few of us understand what it is, how it affects the body or what can be done to treat and even prevent it. In this illuminating introduction, Dr Paul Scotting explains the science behind the disease and explores the factors that can increase our risk of developing cancer. Fully revised and updated, Cancer: A Beginner's Guide details the latest breakthroughs, cutting-edge developments and promising new strategies that will help us combat and cure cancer in the future. Fully revised and updated to mark World Cancer Day, 4th February. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Cancer (Paperback)
Publisher: Oneworld Publications, London
Publication Date: 2017
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1786071401
ISBN 13: 9781786071408
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 2nd Edition
Condition: new

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Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, and one of the most feared diagnoses a patient can face. The number of new cases is expected to rise by 70% over the next two decades, but few of us understand what it is, how it affects the body or what can be done to treat and even prevent it.

In this illuminating introduction, Dr Paul Scotting explains the science behind the disease and explores the factors that can increase our risk of developing cancer. Fully revised and updated, Cancer: A Beginner’s Guide details the latest breakthroughs, cutting-edge developments and promising new strategies that will help us combat and cure cancer in the future.

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Paul Scotting is Associate Professor and Reader in Development and Cancer Biology at the University of Nottingham, UK. He is donating all his royalties from this book to Macmillan Nurses.

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