Prevention starts with cancer awareness and knowledge which can lead people to make healthier lifestyle choices, go for regular screening and spot possible cancer signs early.
Cancer is caused by the uncontrollable division of cells in the body. These cells, which are abnormal, can invade nearby tissues or be carried to other parts of the body through the bloodstream or lymphatic system.
5 main dietary and lifestyle risks are behind 1 in 3 deaths from cancer:
Men
Women
30-50% of all cancer cases are preventable, according to the World Health Organization
While the signs do not always mean cancer, consult a doctor immediately if they persist:
PUBLISHED 03 MARCH 2020 |