Which of the following statements about cancer in the united states are correct? cancer is responsible for about 25% of all deaths in the united states. lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death. most cancer deaths are related to poor diet and lack of exercise. cancer is the leading cause of death in the united states.

The correct statements are:

Cancer is responsible for about 25% of all deaths in the United  States.

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death.

Most cancer deaths are related to poor diet and lack of exercise.

Explanation:

Cancer – It is a disease that occurs when the cells of the human body divides abnormally. When they are not controlled, it can lead to a person’s death. There are many types of cancers such as lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer, etc.

In the United States, cancer is not the leading cause of death. Cardiovascular disease holds the top position. It is followed by cancer, accidents, chronic lower respiratory diseases, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, influenza and pneumonia. Cancer accounts for the 25% of deaths in the USA and lung cancer causes more deaths (about 30%) than any other types of cancers. This is true to both men and women in the USA.  Poor diet and lack of exercise are often related to cancer. It accounts for 30%-35% of cancer-related deaths. Many people in the USA are overweight and are lacking in physical activity.