Cancer is one of those illnesses that has become better
understood, more talked about, and unfortunately more common
over the last few decades. As medical research has improved, it
seems the prevalence of individuals with cancer has also
increased. That could just be our perception based on the
increased exposure the cause and treatment of cancer are
getting. In particular, Lance Armstrong's yellow bands and the
Team in Training marathon training organization are broadening
our fight on cancer through increased funding and marketing. As
with all medical maladies, there is treatment and prevention. So
if you're planning to avoid cancer in the first place, what are
some things that could assist? And obviously there's no
guarantee as world class athletes get cancer while lifetime
smokers don't. But on a statistical basis there are things that
each of us can do to prevent cancer. First of all, overall good
nutrition is important. Certain vitamins and foods are found to
increase the body's overall immune system. Additionally,
avoiding chemicals and additives through smoke inhalation,
asbestos, or other known carcinogenic (potentially cancer
causing) agents is a wise choice. And fitness and health is
important too - overall cardiovascular and strength-based
conditioning is just a smart move overall. Additionally, for men
and women alike, regular medical checkups after the age of 35 or
40 are important, especially if there is a hereditary
predisposition toward cancer. Also, self check-ups (breast and
testicular for women and men respectively) are advised by
doctors and oncologists alike. Certainly, if you're reading this
page and have cancer or know someone who does, you've already
sought out the appropriate doctors and oncologists to help with
the physical healing and hopefully the appropriate mental and
spiritual health professionals to provide healing and guidance
in the other aspects of your life. Cancer prevention is possible
through adherence to a healthy lifestyle, awareness of
preventive measures if cancer could be genetic in your family,
and increasing your overall physical self-care and attention to
your health and what your expose your body to.
About the author:
Dave Lloyd has written an online guide at
http://www.beatmycancer.com to assist individuals with treating and preventing different
forms of cancer.
