Cancer Prevention
* Cancer is the leading cause of premature mortality in the West.
* In Canada, one in three people will be affected by cancer during their lifetime.
* Two-thirds of cancers are caused by factors related to lifestyle. Everything suggests that eating well, quitting smoking, exercising and managing stress can help prevent cancer.
Screening measures
For certain types of cancers, early detection significantly improves the chances of survival. This is the case for cancers of the breast, colon and cervix. Consult the specific forms of cancer to learn more.
Note. If you suspect a family predisposition, it is now possible for certain types of cancer, to genetic screening. We consider this test only when several members of the immediate family are affected or were affected by the same type of cancer. If the test confirms a genetic predisposition, specific preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk of developing the disease. However, such an approach requires a special support, because the results have significant impact on the entire family.
Basic preventive measures Of course, the fight against cancer does not just individual but collective: reduce greenhouse gases, build cities to promote physical activity, etc.. [click to continue…]
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