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Introduction to the Biology of CancerBy Kenneth J. Pienta

In a Nutshell

This course explains the biological origins of cancer, how it causes severe damage to the body, and how a variety of treatments can be used to defeat the disease.

Favorite Quote

The biggest risk factor for developing cancer is aging.

Dr. Sarah Amend, cancer researcher

Introduction

Cancer is a devastating disease that destroys the lives and families of millions each year.

But what is cancer, and how can it be treated?

This five-week online course was created by Kenneth J. Pienta, Professor of Urology and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

Pienta has over 25 years of experience studying cancer and treating cancer patients.

This course also features lessons from other medical experts, such as Dr. Sarah Amend, cancer researcher, to explain how cancer imaging works and is instrumental to treatment.

Even though millions of cancer patients are successfully treated, more and more individuals are diagnosed with cancer each year.

By learning more, people can limit their own risk and learn how their genes are affected by the disease.

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