Environmental carcinogenesis and its global impact: a real threat, often neglected

The health impact of environment carcinogens is real. These occupational and environmental carcinogens have a significant impact in the overall general health of the population. These agents range from solar radiation, tobacco smoke, asbestos, arsenic or other occupational chemical hazards. There has been greater incidence of cancer development among general populations with the increased levels of environmental carcinogens globally in recent times. It is necessary to define the role of these agents in cancer causation and strive for future endeavors which can be achieved through the improvement of the work based environment and formulation of a strategic plan for the overall assessment and preventive measures.