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Implementing a full range of cancer prevention measures can avoid 2/3 of cancer cases. Here, we present some useful information that can significantly lower your cancer risk.
Being the first person in Vietnam to receive 4 prestigious honors on the Wall of Honor at the Anderson Institute in Houston, Texas, Dr. Phan Minh Liem shared 11 secrets with readers to prevent cancer:
Dr. Phan Minh Liem, the first Vietnamese honored in the United States
Every year, cancer claims the lives of over 8 million patients worldwide. More than 14 million new cases of cancer are diagnosed each year, and the number of cancer cases is skyrocketing in many parts of the world, including Vietnam. Vietnam is among the countries with a high cancer mortality rate globally.
However, two-thirds of cancer cases can be prevented if we fully implement preventive measures. Below are some useful information that can significantly reduce your own cancer risk and that of your loved ones.
Things to Note to Reduce the Risk of Cancer.
1. You should undergo regular cancer screenings as instructed by healthcare professionals. Regular screening and early cancer detection are crucial in timely treatment and prevention of this deadly disease.
Below are some cancer prevention tips from MD Anderson Cancer Center for both men and women at moderate risk of cancer.
MD Anderson Cancer Center's cancer prevention recommendations for women at moderate risk of cancer.
For cases at high risk, it's advisable to seek advice from cancer specialists for guidance on prevention strategies and appropriate testing.
Cancer prevention is particularly crucial when you are at high risk (such as due to family history of cancer, exposure to carcinogens, etc.) or when your body exhibits certain warning signs of cancer as follows.
Please note that these are just warning signs and do not necessarily mean you have cancer when experiencing the symptoms below. If any of the following signs persist repeatedly and for a prolonged period without apparent cause, it's advisable to undergo cancer screening and thorough medical examination.
12 warning signs of cancer.
Warning signs of breast cancer.
2. We should avoid smoking and stay away from places with smoke. Tobacco smoke contains numerous carcinogens that cause various types of cancer, including lung cancer, brain cancer, bladder cancer,.. The increased risk of cancer is attributed to passive smoking, electronic cigarette vaping, shisha.
3. Avoid using soy sauce, black bean sauce, fermented tofu,… and foods contaminated with aflatoxin. Stick to products with assured quality that have been tested for aflatoxin contamination.
Absolutely avoid consuming moldy and contaminated foods. Limit the consumption of pickled vegetables, kimchi, and pickled radishes.
4. Stay away from charred foods as they contain numerous carcinogens, especially those related to digestive cancers (such as colorectal cancer, stomach cancer,...). Limit the intake of fried and grilled foods, avoid using excessively high temperatures during food preparation. Consume less red meats such as beef, pork, lamb, and red-colored livestock meats.
We should eat fish, shrimp, seafood, vegetarian food, and safe food. Hot and oily foods should not be stored in utensils made of plastic, foam, or nylon. Glass, steel, and porcelain are safe materials for food storage.
5. Processed foods, sausages, hot dogs, foods containing preservatives, flavor enhancers, aroma enhancers, additives, or harmful colorings
6. Limit alcohol-containing beverages such as wine, beer,… Regular consumption of these beverages increases the risk of liver cancer
7. Engage in moderate and gentle exercise, live in a quiet, cool, relaxing environment with plenty of greenery. Pay attention to maintaining a healthy weight, preventing both overweight and underweight, and preventing diabetes. Obesity and diabetes increase the risk of cancer. Have a balanced diet with regular meals, eat until you are comfortably full. Get enough sleep and aim for 8 hours every day. Yoga, meditation, relaxation, prayer, and volunteering are very good for health.
For men, engage in at least 40-45 minutes of exercise daily. For women, engage in at least 35-40 minutes of exercise daily.
8. Mental health is a crucial factor in cancer prevention and treatment. With an optimistic and cheerful mindset, the immune system functions better and can effectively combat cancer. Conversely, pessimism and depression weaken the immune system, leading to the production of stress hormones that stimulate cancer growth.
9. Take precautions against disease-causing agents such as HPV, HBV, HCV, HIV, and H. pylori bacteria as these significantly increase the risk of cancer. Vaccines are available for HPV and HBV (hepatitis B virus).
You should receive vaccinations against these viruses. For H. pylori bacteria, regular screening is advised, and if infected, specific antibiotics should be used for treatment as directed by a doctor.
10. Increase the consumption of green leafy vegetables, fruits, and safe foods to reduce the risk of cancer such as turmeric, green tea, broccoli, cauliflower, apples, pears, grapes, oranges, lemons, olive oil,...
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Turmeric contains a lot of curcumin, and green tea contains a lot of EGCG. According to preliminary research and clinical trials, curcumin and EGCG are compounds with anticancer activity. Many clinical trials and studies are ongoing to enhance the activity and investigate the potential applications of curcumin and EGCG in cancer treatment and prevention.
However, the use of curcumin, EGCG extracts, dietary supplements,... requires consultation with healthcare professionals to avoid drug interactions and potential side effects.
Compounds like curcumin, EGCG,... currently cannot replace cancer treatment methods such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery,...
Compounds like curcumin and EGCG, as well as related derivatives, are being continuously researched and optimized for application in cancer treatment, but these studies will require significant time to complete.
11. Protect your body from cancer-causing agents. Limit the harmful effects of UV rays (between 10 am and 4 pm when UV intensity is highest), dust, toxic chemicals, radiation,...
Some chemicals used in the food industry, beauty care industry, printing, leather goods, hair dyes, nail polish, ink, coloring agents,... contain many carcinogens. Therefore, you should wear gloves, masks, improve air ventilation, and use filtration systems.
When going out, use sunscreen, wear hats, and use umbrellas to shield yourself from UV rays. Limit exposure and wear specialized masks, protective gear when dealing with asbestos-containing materials as asbestos is a carcinogen causing various cancers such as lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mesothelioma, ovarian cancer,...
Here are some summary of measures you can apply to reduce the risk of cancer. Cancer is considered a dangerous disease, but if we fully implement preventive measures, we can avoid 2/3 of cancer cases.
Methods to reduce the risk of cancer
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