Researchers are beginning to understand how people can lower their risk of getting certain cancers. The following preventive actions may reduce your risk for developing another cancer:
Smoking Cessation
Quitting smoking is one of the best ways to improve your general health. Quitting will help you breathe easier and feel better overall. Furthermore, becoming smoke free will reduce your risk of developing cancer and help prevent cardiovascular disease as well. To learn more about how Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center can assist you in your effort to quit smoking, visit Smoking Cessation.
Sun Protection
You can reduce your risk of getting skin cancer by protecting yourself from the sun's ultraviolet rays. Protect your skin from direct sunlight by wearing protective clothing, applying sunscreen, or seeking shade. Also, avoid sunlamps and tanning booths.
Diet and Exercise
Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and exercising 30 minutes daily does not guarantee that cancer will not return. However, improving the way you eat, exercise, and live your life can help you feel better and may also lower your chances of developing other health problems.
For more information on nutrition, visit Nutrition Resources.
Chemoprevention
Chemoprevention is the use of specific natural or man-made drugs, vitamins, or other agents to reverse, suppress, or prevent cancer growth. Many agents are being evaluated for their usefulness. Please discuss the specific product you wish to use in advance with your doctor or nurse.
