As you age your risk for some cancer increases. However, through self-help and regular cancer screening, you may prevent cancer from developing, and diagnose the disease in its early, most curable, stages. A healthy lifestyle with a sensible diet and exercise are important components to reducing cancer risk. Become an advocate for healthy life by taking control of what you eat and incorporating physical activity into it every day. You will not only reduce your risk for cancer, but also control your weight, maintain your flexibility, increase mental alertness and slow down the aging process.
Early detection is also more important than ever before.
Talk to your health care provider about what screening tests you should be having and when.