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Sample Student Paper Introduction Section

Hook: Over 1.5 million new cases are diagnosed and over half a million individuals die from cancer yearly (LoConte et al., 2018). Therefore, there is a need to stop the prevalence of this dreaded ailment.

Background Information: Cancer is a medical condition characterized by the limitless multiplication of abnormal cells in any body part.  There are over two hundred types of cancerous growths that can affect human beings. However, the most common tumors affect the breasts, prostate glands, lungs, or cervix. Studies indicate that the ailment has several causes, including exposure to substances with high toxicity levels, radioactive materials, or pathogens (LoConte et al., 2018). The genetic condition of individuals is also a significant determinant of whether they contract the disease. Many researchers have carried out investigative studies and compiled information that indicates that individuals can protect themselves from developing tumors through lifestyle transformation (LoConte et al., 2018).  The studies suggested that many actions and omissions of humanity have increased their susceptibility to cancerous growth (LoConte et al., 2018). Avoiding the risky factors could aid in preventing vulnerability to the condition.

Problem Statement: Cancer is a very deadly disease that attacks various parts of the human body. Over the decades, the disease seems to be spreading at a very alerting rate. Recent statistics show that more than five hundred thousand individuals succumb to the deadly disease yearly. The cause of the spread could be mainly the change of lifestyle due to civilization and capitalism witnessed in Africa and the western world respectively.

Research Questions: How does eating a balanced diet reduce the risk of developing cancerous growth?

Hypothesis: It is believed that good nutrition and regular screening can prevent the growth of cancer cells.

 Thesis Statement: The purpose of this paper is to find if proper nutrition and regular screening are the appropriate methods for preventing the spread of cancer.

 

 

 

                                                              References

LoConte, N. K., Gershenwald, J. E., Thomson, C. A., Crane, T. E., Harmon, G. E., & Rechis, R. (2018). Lifestyle modifications and policy implications for primary and secondary cancer prevention: diet, exercise, sun safety, and alcohol reduction. American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book, 38, 88-100.