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Carcinogen
/kɑːˈsɪnədʒən/noun
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A carcinogen is any substance, radiation, or process that can increase the risk of developing cancer by damaging DNA or disrupting cell regulation. In modern contexts, these agents are rigorously tested and regulated in industries like manufacturing and agriculture to safeguard public health, though everyday exposures through air pollution or food additives remain a concern.
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Did you know that processed meat, such as bacon and sausages, is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, linking it to an estimated 34,000 cancer deaths per year worldwide from colorectal cancer alone?
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