National Cancer Prevention Month
National Cancer Prevention Month
February 2018
Cancer by the Numbers No one is immune from getting cancer; it doesn’t discriminate. It affects people of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders and economic backgrounds. Educating yourself is the first step to reducing your risk of cancer. • • •
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The American Cancer Society reports an estimated 1.7 million new cancer cases and 609,000 cancer deaths are predicted in 2018. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that cancer is the 2nd cause of U.S. deaths. The American Institute for Cancer Research estimates that almost 50% of the most common cancers in the U.S. could be prevented by eating healthy, being active, staying lean, not using tobacco and protecting your skin from the sun. The National Cancer Institute states that tobacco (any form) and obesity each contribute to over 12 types of cancers. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. People of all skin colors need to protect their skin when outdoors and tanning beds are NOT a safe alternative. The American Cancer Society recommends being adults being physically active for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity each week (or a combination of these), preferably spread throughout the week.; this includes exercise as well as not sitting for long periods. Early detection saves lives. There are four routine cancer screening tests (Breast, Cervical, Colorectal, and Lung). There are additional screening tests and guidelines for when and who should get screened. These guidelines may change and vary between different organizations. Talk with your doctor and discuss what’s best for you. The most important number for the prevention and early detection of cancer is one – and that one is you. You know your body and you should report changes to your doctor. You can make changes in your life today to help you reduce your risk of getting cancer, even if you’re a cancer survivor.
This flyer was created by the Oncology Navigators at the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Medical City Healthcare (the Cancer Service Line for HCA). See our website for our Cancer Services and Resources.
1-844-482-4812 https://sarahcannon.com/location/dallas
February 2018
Cancer by the Numbers No one is immune from getting cancer; it doesn’t discriminate. It affects people of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders and economic backgrounds. Educating yourself is the first step to reducing your risk of cancer. • • •
• •
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•
The American Cancer Society reports an estimated 1.7 million new cancer cases and 609,000 cancer deaths are predicted in 2018. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that cancer is the 2nd cause of U.S. deaths. The American Institute for Cancer Research estimates that almost 50% of the most common cancers in the U.S. could be prevented by eating healthy, being active, staying lean, not using tobacco and protecting your skin from the sun. The National Cancer Institute states that tobacco (any form) and obesity each contribute to over 12 types of cancers. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. People of all skin colors need to protect their skin when outdoors and tanning beds are NOT a safe alternative. The American Cancer Society recommends being adults being physically active for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity each week (or a combination of these), preferably spread throughout the week.; this includes exercise as well as not sitting for long periods. Early detection saves lives. There are four routine cancer screening tests (Breast, Cervical, Colorectal, and Lung). There are additional screening tests and guidelines for when and who should get screened. These guidelines may change and vary between different organizations. Talk with your doctor and discuss what’s best for you. The most important number for the prevention and early detection of cancer is one – and that one is you. You know your body and you should report changes to your doctor. You can make changes in your life today to help you reduce your risk of getting cancer, even if you’re a cancer survivor.
This flyer was created by the Oncology Navigators at the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Medical City Healthcare (the Cancer Service Line for HCA). See our website for our Cancer Services and Resources.
1-844-482-4812 https://sarahcannon.com/location/dallas
