Cancer prevention:- Cancer is a term for many diseases that can affect any organ or part of the body. One defining feature is the rapid creation and multiplication of abnormal cells that grow beyond their usual boundaries, causing them to invade adjoining parts and spread to other organs. Cancer results from the transformation of normal cells into tumour cells through a process that grows from a lesion to a malignant tumour. Usage of tobacco, unhealthy diet, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity and air pollution are factors that can interact with a person’s genetic composition and cause chronic illnesses leading up to cancer. While one may not be able to fully control many of these factors, caution can be exercised to reduce the risk. Prevention and care are vital in the treatment of cancer. It is necessary to not take one’s health for granted or wait for symptoms to develop.

Best Tips for Cancer Prevention:-

1. Quitting tobacco use: The intake of tobacco in any form augments the formation of cancer cells in the body. Smoking has been linked to more than one type of cancer- including lung, mouth, throat, pancreas, larynx, bladder, cervix and kidney. Chewing tobacco has been a known cause of pancreatic cancer and cancer of the oral cavity. Deciding to stop using tobacco is an essential part of cancer prevention. In addition, passive smoking- or exposure to second-hand smoke also increases the risk of lung cancer. If one faces difficulty in quitting tobacco, medical help should be sought. Professional advice can encourage one to make certain changes in food habits and lifestyle choices that aid one in quitting tobacco.

2. Adopting a healthy diet: Making healthy choices concerning one’s diet can significantly impact the risk of developing cancer. Eating right is vital to ensure that the organs are able to smoothly perform their respective functions. There are a few guidelines in this regard-

– Eating fruits and green vegetables- Foods from plant sources such as whole grains and beans and fresh fruits and vegetables make for an overall healthy diet that one can adopt whether there is or isn’t a cancer-related threat.

– Maintaining a healthy weight- Eating lighter and avoiding high-calorie foods such as carbohydrates, refined sugars, and animal fat is a crucial choice one can make in one’s diet.

– Moderate intake of alcohol- Like tobacco, the risk of various types of cancer increases with the intake of alcohol. Cancer of the lung, liver, breast, and kidney all have their origins in excessive use of alcohol, along with the length of time that a person has been consuming it.

– Limited intake of processed meats- A report from the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the cancer agency of the World Health Organization, has concluded that eating large amounts of processed meat can complement the risk of certain types of cancer. Processing of meat involves salting, curing, fermenting or smoking to enhance the flavour or supplement preservation. These processes can exert a long-term influence on certain organs, leading to diseases.

3. Sufficient physical activity: Physical activity helps maintain a healthy weight, which is a significant element of cancer risk. Obesity poses a considerable risk for breast, colon, lung, kidney and colon cancer. A combination of moderate and vigorous physical activity can have far-reaching effects on a person’s weight. Aside from weight, exercise helps in muscle function and improves blood flow in the entire body, further reducing the risk of ailments as daunting as cancer.

4. Regular health check-ups: Self-examination and medical screenings at regular intervals can eliminate the risk of any undetected ailments in the body. Cancer of the breast, cervix, skin and colon can be controlled and treated adequately if they are detected timely. In the examination for any other diseases, the presence of cancer cells can also come to light, and effective treatment can be meted out in a timely manner.

5. Get vaccinated: Cancer prevention includes protection from viral infections as well. Being vaccinated ensures that the body has enough antibodies at a given point to fight any infections that may develop over a period of time.

Hepatitis B increases the risk of developing liver cancer. The vaccine is recommended for adults who are sexually active but not in a mutually monogamous relationship, people with sexually transmitted infections, those on intravenous drugs and those sexually involved with healthcare professionals or public safety workers who might be infected with blood or body fluids.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted virus that can lead to cervical and another type of cancer in the genitals and squamous cell cancers in the head and neck. The HPV vaccine is recommended for girls and boys between the age of 11 and 12. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has also approved the use of Gardasil 9 for males and females aged 9 to 45.

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