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Prevention of Cancer
 
 

Tobacco the chief culprit
Tobacco is the single largest preventable cause of cancer in the world today. It causes 80-90% of all lung cancer deaths, and about 30% of all cancer deaths in developing countries, including deaths from cancer of the oral cavity, larynx, oesophagus and stomach.

Dietary Factors
Dietary modification is another important approach to cancer control. There is a link between overweight and obesity to many types of cancer such as oesophagus, colorectum, breast, endometrium and kidney. Diets high in fruits and vegetables may have a protective effect against many cancers. Conversely, excess consumption of red and preserved meat may be associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer.

 

Role of Exercise
Regular physical activity and the maintenance of a healthy body weight, along with a healthy diet, will considerably reduce cancer risk.

 
 
 

Infections as a risk for Cancers
Infectious agents are responsible for almost 22% of cancer
deaths in the developing world and 6% in industrialized
countries. Viral hepatitis B and C cause cancer of the
liver; human papilloma virus infection causes cervical
cancer; the bacterium Helicobacter pylori increases the
risk of stomach cancer. In some countries the
parasitic infection schistosomiasis increases the
risk of bladder cancer and in other countries
the liver fluke increases the risk of cholangiocarcinoma of the bile ducts. Preventive measures include vaccination and prevention of infection and infestation

 

Radiation Exposure
Exposure to ionizing radiation is also known to cause to certain cancers. Excessive solar ultraviolet radiation increases the risk of all types of cancer of the skin. Avoiding excessive exposure, use of sunscreen and protective clothing are effective preventive measures.

 
 
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