What Is Cancer? What Causes Cancer?

Cancer is a class of diseases characterized by out-of-control cell growth. There are over 100 different types of cancer, and each is classified by the type of cell that is initially affected. Cancer harms the body when damaged cells divide uncontrollably to form lumps or masses of tissue called tumors (except in the case of leukemia where cancer prohibits normal blood function by abnormal cell division in the blood stream). Tumors can grow and interfere with the digestive, nervous, and circulatory systems, and they can release hormones that alter body function. Tumors that stay in one spot and demonstrate limited growth are generally considered to be benign. More dangerous, or malignant, tumors form when two things occur: 1. a cancerous cell manages to move throughout the body using the blood or lymph systems, destroying healthy tissue in a process called invasion 2. that cell manages to divide and grow, making new blood vessels to feed itself in a process called angiogenesis.

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Signs and Symptoms of Cancer What are signs and symptoms?

Signs and symptoms are both signals of injury, illness, disease, or that something is not right in the body. A sign is a signal that can be seen by someone else maybe a loved one, or a doctor, nurse, or other health care professional. For example, fever, fast breathing, and abnormal lung sounds heard through a stethoscope may be signs of pneumonia. A symptom is a signal that is felt or noticed by the person who has it, but may not be easily seen by anyone else. For example, weakness, aching, and feeling short of breath may be symptoms of pneumonia.

A receiving clerk checks and unloads incoming shipments at a warehouse, distribution center, or a large retail store. He or she verifies that the correct types and amounts of items were shipped and inspects the goods to ensure their quality. After examining the order, the receiving clerk stocks or stores the items in their appropriate places. Many receiving clerks are responsible for keeping careful records and contacting shippers directly if a problem or discrepancy is found. Receiving clerks at large, busy facilities are primarily responsible for manual labor duties. They unload shipments from trucks, operate forklifts and hand trucks, remove and dispose of packaging material, and stock items. In general, a receiving clerk needs to be in good physical condition and have excellent vision. Organizational skills are essential to ensure receiving tasks run smoothly and that items can be found easily when they are needed. Clerks who work at smaller facilities often handle a larger set of responsibilities, such as thoroughly checking shipments against original order forms to ensure the accuracy of orders. A clerk often opens boxes in the presence of delivery persons to make sure all items are present and undamaged. He or she often signs for shipments and makes payment arrangements as well. Receiving clerks work in warehouses or distribution centers. They are responsible for the receipt, verification and recording of raw materials and products that come into any company facility. They often are involved with storing inventory for shipment. The average annual salary for shipping, receiving, and traffic clerks was $30,480 as of May 2011, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Receipt
A basic duty of the receiving clerk is to sign for and receive packages. After receiving packages, he unpacks them and looks over the contents. During the unpacking process, he normally counts the items in the box and compares them to the invoice. If an error was made, he must follow up with the shipper to get a credit or to have missing stock reshipped.

Verification
Along with a simple count of items in packages, the receiving clerk has other responsibilities related to accuracy. He must compare shipments to work orders to ensure timely receipt of items and to keep a log when items are received. If items don't arrive when expected, he must work with purchasing managers to follow up with shippers. The receiving clerk also files invoices that arrive with shipments for use in bill payment.

Storage
Once stock is received, it is typically stored or re-routed to its next destination. The receiving clerk is usually part of a team that organizes stock in storage or manages cross-docking procedures for quickly moving items ahead. He often uses computer software programs to enter products as they are received and to make note of the proper place for storage. Maintaining orderly storage of materials or products is essential for efficiency in shipping or retrieving stock.

Billing
Receiving clerks often carry the broader title of billing and receiving clerk because of their duties in billing. Often, receiving clerks are responsible for ensuring that invoices are paid following the receipt of packages. They then participate in the process of billing customers or accounting for the value of stock pulled for internal use. Maintaining orderly filling systems for incoming invoices, bill payments and outgoing invoices and bill payments is key to the job. Job Duties and Tasks for: "Waiter and Waitress"

1) Check patrons' identification in order to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages. 2) Collect payments from customers. 3) Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff. 4) Take orders from patrons for food or beverages. 5) Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems. 6) Serve food and/or beverages to patrons; prepare and serve specialty dishes at tables as required. Job Activities for: "Waiter and Waitress" 1) Performing for or Working Directly with the Public -- Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. 2) Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships -- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. 3) Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. 4) Handling and Moving Objects -- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. 5) Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. 6) Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. Knowledge, Experience, Education Required for: "Waiter and Waitress" 1) Customer and Personal Service -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. 2) Sales and Marketing -- Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. 3) English Language -- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. 4) Food Production -- Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.