Cancer Causes (cont.) Certain chemicals and other substances
People who have certain jobs (such as painters, construction
workers, and those in the chemical industry) have an increased
risk of cancer. Many studies have shown that exposure to
asbestos, benzene, benzidine, cadmium, nickel, or vinyl chloride
in the workplace can cause cancer. |Follow instructions and
safety tips to avoid or reduce contact with harmful substances
both at work and at home. Although the risk is highest for
workers with years of exposure, it makes sense to be careful at
home when handling pesticides, used engine oil, paint, solvents,
and other Some viruses and bacteria Being infected with certain
viruses or bacteria may increase the risk of - Human
papillomaviruses (HPVs): HPV infection is the main cause of
cervical cancer. It also may be a risk factor for other types of
cancer. - Hepatitis B and hepatitis C viruses: Liver cancer can
develop after many years of infection with hepatitis B or
hepatitis C. - Human T-cell leukemia/lymph