Up to 40% of cancers could be prevented through lifestyle changes, says the association urging prevention as a top health policy priority.
Cancer prevention targets lifestyle
Four out of ten cancers could be avoided by changing behaviors and lifestyles, according to the association, which wants "prevention" to become the "priority of health policies."Lifestyle factors linked to cancer
The association highlights that factors such as smoking, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and excessive alcohol consumption are strongly associated with the development of various types of cancer.Call for policy change
The organization is urging governments to prioritize cancer prevention through public health policies, including education campaigns, improved access to healthy food, and initiatives to reduce smoking rates.Global health focus
This call aligns with broader global efforts to shift healthcare focus from treatment to prevention, aiming to reduce the overall burden of cancer on individuals and healthcare systems worldwide.
