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So, what are the odds that a healthy non-smoking adult will unexpectedly get any one of the 100 different types of cancer in their lifetime?

Q: so, what are the odds that a healthy non-smoking adult will unexpectedly get any one of the 100 different types of cancer in their lifetime?

That depends on--: the specific factors &amp; which risk factors are met.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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That depends on--: the specific factors & which risk factors are met.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 10/31/2015

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A member asked:

So, what are the odds that a healthy non-smoking adult will unexpectedly get any one of the 100 different types of cancer in their lifetime?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Altman agreed

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