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While these symptoms may indicate cancer, they may have other causes. Over 100 types of cancers affect humans. Tobacco use is the cause of about 22% of cancer deaths. Another 10% is due to obesity, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and excessive drinking of alcohol. Other factors include certain infections, exposure to ionizing radiation and environmental pollutants.
Leading Causes of Cancer Death Among Women. First among white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women. Second among Hispanic* women. First among Hispanic* women. Second among white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.