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Preventing Cancer:
Live well *Be aware* Get involved
Presentation prepared by: Canadian Cancer Society, Ontario Division, Public Affairs, Prevention, May 2012, v3
How we’re fighting cancer
• doing everything we can to prevent cancer
• funding research to outsmart cancer
• empowering, informing and supporting Canadians living with cancer
• advocating for public policies to improve the health of Canadians
• rallying Canadians to get involved in the fight against cancer
What do we mean by ‘cancer prevention’?
• Can lifestyle changes make a difference?
• Can all cancers be prevented?
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Live well. Make healthy choices.
Be aware. Look after yourself.
Get involved. Help reduce risks for everyone.
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Be a non-smoker and avoid second-hand smoke.
• Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women in Canada.
• Smoking can also increase the risk of developing other cancers.
• No amount of second-hand smoke is safe.
Need help quitting? Call Smoker’s Helpline at 1 877 513-5333
• Up to 35% of all cancers can be prevented by eating well, being active and maintaining a healthy body weight.
• People who are overweight are at greater risk for developing certain cancers.
• Physical activity is also one of the best ways to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
• Regular physical activity can help protect against colon, breast and uterine cancers.
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Keep a healthy body weight. Be active and eat well.
Keep a healthy body weight. Be active and eat well.
• Limit red meat.
• Limit processed meats.
• Watch your salt.
• Watch your sugar.
• Choose healthy fats.
• Choose high-fibre foods.
• Reach for vegetables and fruit.
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Know the risks of alcohol. The less you drink, the more you reduce your risk.
• Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of developing several types of cancer.
• If you choose to drink, limit how much.
• Women – less than 1 drink a day
• Men – less than 2 drinks a day
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
• Learn how to use the UV Index.• Plan your activities.• Cover up – hat, clothes, sunglasses.• Use sunscreen.• Avoid indoor tanning.• Check your skin regularly.
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Protect your skin. Be safe in the sun and don’t use tanning beds.
Get enough vitamin D from the sun, supplements and your diet.
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
• Talk to your doctor about taking 1000 international units (IU) a day during fall and winter months.
• Talk to your doctor about whether you should take a vitamin D supplement all year round if you:– are over 50 – have dark skin – don’t go outside very much – wear clothing covering most of your skin
Know your body and watch for changes in your:
• skin
• breasts – at all ages
• testicles – starting at 15
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Report any changes in your health to your doctor.
• changes in your bowel habits lasting more than a few weeks
• unexplained weight loss
• new lumps or growths
• changes in bladder habits
• difficulty swallowing
• blood in your urine, stool or phlegm
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Get checked and help find cancer early.
• breast cancer
• cervical cancer
• colon cancer
• prostate cancer
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Check your family’s cancer history.
• Discuss screening with your doctor if you have a family history of cancer.
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
What else can increase your cancer risk?
• certain viruses and bacteria (example: HPV)
• artificial hormones (example: hormone replacement therapy)
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
Get rid of harmful substances at work and at home. • Test your home for radon.
• Use experts to remove asbestos safely if you have it in your home.
• Find out if there are harmful substances in your workplace.
• Use safer alternatives or ask for them to be used.
• Follow safety rules and ask for information and protective equipment.
• Raise awareness about cancer prevention in your community.
• Reduce cancer risks for the next generation.
• Fight for public policy to make healthy living easier for everyone.
• Find out how you can help the Society fight for change right now.
• Become a volunteer!
Live well*Be aware*Get involved
For the most up-to-date information:
• visit www.cancer.ca
• call the Canadian Cancer Society Cancer Information Service at 1 888 939-3333
Thank you!Presentation prepared by:
Canadian Cancer Society, Ontario Division, Public Affairs, PreventionMay 2012