February News
February is National Cancer Prevention Month.
Make it your mission this month to cut your cancer risk in half by starting to
follow our Five Healthy Lifestyle Habits to Reduce Cancer Risk.
1. Avoid tobacco.
Avoiding tobacco (traditional cigarettes, electronic
cigarettes and spit tobacco) is the single most important thing you can do to
lower your cancer risk.
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2. Stay safe in the sun.
More people get skin cancer in the U.S. than any other
type of cancer even though it’s one of the cancers that’s easier to prevent.
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3. Know your family history.
Knowing your family’s health history helps your doctor
determine whether or not you need a different cancer screening plan from what
is generally recommended for the “average” American.
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4. Get your cancer screenings regularly.
Cancer
screenings often catch cancers when they’re in their early stages and are
easier to treat.
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5. Maintain a healthy weight.
Maintain a healthy weight through exercising, eating
healthy foods, getting plenty of rest, and practicing stress relief techniques.
All of these methods will help lower your cancer risk.
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The best way to drastically lower your cancer risk is
through consistently making healthy lifestyle choices. Adopt the habits above
to become a happier and healthier you.
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