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Oncogenesis - When tumors are developing in the body, your condition is known as oncogenesis.
Oncologist - An oncologist is a doctor who studies oncology, specializing in research, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and learning about new care techniques.
Oncology - Oncology is the study of tumors and their growth.
Oncology Nursing Specialist - An oncology nursing specialist has traditionally nursing training, but with advanced study in the branch of oncology (the growth of tumors).
Onset - A medical condition's onset is when it started.
Operation - In medicine, an operation is a surgical procedure used to prevent illness, treat injury, diagnose disease, remove dysfunction, or otherwise help a patient.
Opiates - Opiates are produced from opium or its derivatives and have a sedating effect on users. Today, the term also refers to other substances that have the same effect on the body, even if they are not produced directly from opium.
Opioids - Opioid is another term for opiate.
OSHA - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is a government agency under the Department of Labor that protects employees by enforcing working codes and restrictions to promote health and safety in the work environment.
Oxygen - Oxygen is an element that is readily found in the air we breathe. The body needs oxygen to survive.
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