CLEAN : Cancer cases set to rise by half by 2030:

The video discusses the alarming rise in global cancer cases, projected to increase from 14 million to 22 million annually in 20 years. It highlights the slow progress in treatment due to drug resistance and emphasizes prevention as the key strategy. Many cancer causes are linked to personal behaviors like smoking, alcohol consumption, and sun exposure. The video stresses the importance of healthy lifestyle choices and legislative support to reduce cancer incidence. It also notes the shift of cancer from being a high-income country issue to a global problem, advocating for regulations similar to those for tobacco to be applied to other risk factors.

What is the predicted increase in annual global cancer cases over the next 20 years?

• From 14 million to 25 million

• From 14 million to 20 million

• From 14 million to 22 million

• From 14 million to 18 million

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a personal behavior contributing to cancer risk?

• Smoking

• Regular exercise

• Excessive alcohol consumption

• Sun exposure

What is a significant factor in the prevention of cancer according to the transcript?

• Improving surgical techniques

• Making healthy lifestyle choices

• Increasing hospital facilities

• Developing new cancer drugs

How have some societies successfully reduced tobacco use?

• By reducing the price of tobacco products

• By promoting tobacco as a healthy choice

• Through legislation and regulations

• By increasing the availability of tobacco

What approach is suggested for dealing with sugary foods in relation to cancer prevention?

• Promoting them as a healthy alternative

• Applying similar regulations as those used for tobacco

• Ignoring their impact on health

• Encouraging their consumption in low-income countries