Abstract
This study was an investigation of risk factors and determinants of head and neck cancer. Differences in head and neck cancer patterns were identified in Iranian and Australian populations. Socio-economic inequalities were clearly present in the development of this cancer, and reflected in awareness and knowledge about signs, symptoms and risk indicators in Iranian population. A risk factor based model of screening identified risk factors other than diet and habits, and included socio-economic background and lifestyle. The findings also support the effectiveness of green tea consumption in salivary antioxidants' enhancement and reduction in the risk of head and neck cancer.
| Original language | English |
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| Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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| Award date | 10 Jun 2019 |
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| Publication status | Unpublished - 2019 |
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- THESIS - DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - AZIMI Somayyeh - 2019
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