Four out of ten cancers could be prevented by addressing known risk factors like tobacco and diet, says the League against Cancer.
Cancer prevention targets four out of ten cases
Four out of ten cancers could be avoided by addressing well-known risk factors such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, diet, and certain infections, including those caused by human papillomaviruses (HPV). These factors contribute significantly to cancer development, and reducing exposure to them could have a major impact on public health.League against Cancer proposes twelve actions
The League against Cancer has outlined twelve proposals aimed at making cancer prevention a national priority in health policies. These proposals focus on reducing exposure to known cancer risk factors and improving early detection and treatment access for all citizens.Tobacco is the leading avoidable risk factor
In France, tobacco is the leading avoidable risk factor for cancer, contributing to 68,000 premature deaths annually, of which 57% are due to cancer. The League against Cancer highlights this issue as the first of its twelve proposals, calling for stricter tobacco control measures.Proposals include banning tobacco sales to certain groups
The League is advocating for the sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products to be prohibited for certain groups, though specific restrictions have not been fully detailed. This measure is intended to reduce tobacco use among vulnerable populations and lower the associated cancer risk.
