Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Atsdr: Cadmium
Detailed question and answer format site with information on cadmium exposure and its health effects. Very readable.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Human Health: Carcinogen
Gives definition of a carcinogen, examples, and the two categories of carcinogens - those known to cause cancer in humans, and those 'anticipated' to cause it.
Other
International Cadmium Association: Cadmium
The International Cadmium Association offers a very informative site on cadmium applications, environmental concerns, collection, and recycling.
Other
John Hopkins: Researcher Dispels Myth of Dioxins and Water Bottles
This resource provides information about dioxins, water bottles, and their effects on humans.
National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health
Cancer.gov: Cancer Causes and Risk Factors
This site provides links to articles that deal specifically with many different causes of cancer, such as genetic, hormonal, or from a chemical that is inhaled or eaten.
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National Institutes of Health
U.s. Dept of Health and Human Services: Cancer and the Environment [Pdf]
Document provides information on the causes and nature of cancer and particularly the substances in the environment that are known to cause or may cause cancer in humans such as tobacco, ultraviolet radiation, pesticides, and metals.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Cancer Warrior: How Cancer Grows
Follow the progression of a malignant tumor, beginning with the first mutation within a cell and ending with metastasis, the colonization of related tumors throughout the body.
PBS
Newton's Apple: Cancer Causes
In this lesson plan site from Newton's Apple, a production of KTCA Twin Cities Public Television in cooperation with the National Science Teachers Association, the causes of cancer are discussed. Several cancer causing agents are also...
Open Curriculum
Open Curriculum: Environmental Problems and Human Health
This article helps explain how carcinogens cause cancer ,and it discusses ways that cancer can be treated or prevented.
Other
Story of Stuff Project: The Story of Cosmetics
Video addressees living in a materials economy, specifically how everyday cosmetic products contain dangerous toxins. Learn about the health impacts of these chemicals and how you can take action to help solve this problem. [7:00]
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Carcinogens and Cancer
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of cancer and its causes.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Environment and Health Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for a unit on health and the environment.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: 11.56 Carcinogens and Cancer
Explore carcinogens and their relation to cancer.