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February is National Cancer Prevention Month. The goal is to educate about the importance of cancer prevention and early detection. According to the American Cancer Society, about 1.8 million new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in the United States in 2024. However, studies have shown that up to 50% of cancer cases and deaths are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices and early detection. By raising awareness and promoting healthy habits, National Cancer Prevention Month aims to reduce the number of cancer cases and deaths in the future.

Seven steps to help prevent cancer:

1. Know your family medical history and get recommended cancer screenings
2. Don’t use tobacco
3. Protect your skin from the sun
4. Eat a plant-based diet
5. Limit alcohol
6. Maintain a healthy weight and be physically active
7. Practice safer sex and avoid risky behaviors

For more information, visit: https://www.preventcancer.org/resource/ways-to-prevent-cancer/