Strategies will be developed in partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society and other voluntary agencies, public health units, community health centres and other partners. The programs will provide practical guidelines for people who want to reduce their risk of cancer through diet and exercise. This review contributes to our understanding of the causes of cancer, said Mr. John Garcia, Director of Cancer Care Ontario s Prevention Unit. The evidence presented in the report clearly points to the need for greater investment in primary prevention including strategies to increase physical activity and the consumption of fruits and vegetables, maintain health body weight and reduce tobacco use. Increased physical activity also can help prevent other chronic diseases and supports Cancer Care Ontario s collaborative work with other organizations to reduce the incidence of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer and other chronic diseases.
Cancer is one of Ontario s most important health problems.
More than 50,000 Ontarians are diagnosed with cancer each year and more than 25,000 people die from the disease. Cancer prevention is one of the best opportunities to reduce cancer deaths because the majority of cancer is preventable.