Build a foundation in cancer biology and the cancer continuum
Understanding Cancer: Biology, Risk Factors, and Survivorship is an accessible introduction to cancer biology. You’ll examine how normal and cancer cells differ, the biological characteristics that enable cancer to develop and progress, and the role of cancer risk factors in incidence and mortality.
The course follows the cancer continuum through prevention, screening, classification and treatment. You’ll also explore what cancer survivorship means, the physical and personal effects of cancer, and how cancer knowledge has changed over time.
Who is the Understanding Cancer: Biology, Risk Factors, and Survivorship course for?
- People affected by cancer, survivors and caregivers who want an accessible educational overview
- Healthcare professionals and students seeking a broader foundation in cancer biology
- Lifelong learners interested in cancer risk factors, screening, treatment and survivorship
What will you learn about cancer biology and survivorship?
- Explain foundational cancer terminology, risk factors and differences between normal and cancer cells
- Describe the biological characteristics that enable cancer development and progression
- Connect prevention, screening, classification, treatment and survivorship across the cancer continuum
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Any questions? Please e-mail riceonline@rice.edu
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