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EMF Glossary Definition

International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)

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The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is a specialized cancer research agency of the World Health Organization (WHO). Established in 1965, its primary goal is to identify the causes of cancer and to develop strategies for its prevention. The IARC is headquartered in Lyon, France, and is involved in both epidemiological and laboratory research into the various aspects of cancer.

Key Functions and Activities of the IARC:

  1. Cancer Research: The IARC conducts research on the epidemiology of cancer, the mechanisms of carcinogenesis, and the development of strategies for cancer prevention. This includes studying environmental factors, such as chemicals, complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors that may contribute to cancer risk.
  2. Classification of Carcinogens: One of the most well-known activities of the IARC is its Monographs Programme, which evaluates the carcinogenic risk of various substances to humans. These substances can range from chemicals to complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors. The results of these evaluations are published in the IARC Monographs, which classify agents into groups based on the evidence of their carcinogenicity.
  3. Global Cancer Statistics: The IARC collects and publishes global cancer statistics, providing a comprehensive picture of the cancer burden worldwide. It produces resources like the “GLOBOCAN” database, which offers estimates of cancer incidence, mortality, and prevalence for numerous countries and regions around the world.
  4. Collaboration and Training: The agency collaborates with researchers and institutions globally, facilitating international cooperation in cancer research. It also conducts training and educational programs to build research capacity in various countries, particularly those with limited resources.
  5. Policy Guidance: The research and findings of the IARC inform policy and public health guidelines on cancer prevention and control. Governments, regulatory agencies, and health organizations use IARC’s work to formulate health policies and regulations related to cancer-causing agents.

Importance and Impact:
The work of the IARC is crucial in the global fight against cancer. By identifying and classifying carcinogens, the agency helps in directing public health policies and preventive measures. Its research has led to a greater understanding of the factors contributing to cancer and has been instrumental in the implementation of measures to reduce cancer risk and burden worldwide.

In summary, the International Agency for Research on Cancer plays a pivotal role in global cancer research. Through its comprehensive evaluations, statistical reporting, and collaborative efforts, the IARC works to understand cancer causes and prevention, aiding in global efforts to reduce the impact of this disease.

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R Blank is the CEO of Shield Your Body, which he founded in 2012. With hundreds of thousands of customers in over 30 countries, and having been interviewed on platforms including Dr. Phil, ABC news television and ElectricSense, R is an internationally followed expert on issues of EMF, health and safety. He also hosts “The Healthier Tech Podcast”, available Apple, Spotify and all major podcasting platforms. In the past, he served on the faculty at the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering as well as the University of California, Santa Cruz. Previously, R ran a software engineering firm in Los Angeles, producing enterprise-level solutions for blue chip clients including Medtronic, Apple, NBC, Toyota, Disney, Microsoft, the NFL, Ford, IKEA and Mattel. He has spoken at conferences around the world, including in the US, Canada, New Zealand and the Netherlands, and he is the co-author, along with his father Dr. Martin Blank, of ‘Overpowered‘ from Seven Stories Press about the science of health effects of EMF radiation. He has an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and received his bachelor’s degree, with honors, from Columbia University. He has also studied at Cambridge University in the UK; the University of Salamanca in Spain; and the Institute of Foreign Languages in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. Read more about R and SYB or connect with R on LinkedIn.

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