Georgia Virtual School (GAVS) Health Exam

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The type of cancer responsible for causing the most deaths for males and females is?

Breast cancer
Prostate cancer
Lung cancer
Colorectal cancer

The correct answer is: Lung cancer

Lung cancer is the type of cancer that is responsible for causing the most deaths among both males and females. This is mainly attributed to several factors, including the high prevalence of smoking, which is the leading risk factor for developing lung cancer. Even in non-smokers, lung cancer can occur due to environmental factors such as exposure to secondhand smoke, air pollution, and occupational hazards. Additionally, lung cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage because early symptoms can be subtle or mistaken for other conditions, making it more lethal than many other types of cancer. In comparison, while breast cancer and prostate cancer are common and can also lead to significant mortality, their death rates do not surpass those associated with lung cancer. Colorectal cancer also causes a high number of deaths but remains lower than lung cancer statistics. Overall, the combination of risk factors, late-stage diagnosis, and the aggressive nature of lung cancer contributes to its status as the most deadly cancer type overall.