Article Navigation

Back To Main Page


 

More Articles

Should We Treat Cancer or Prevent Cancer?


by: Amin Sadak

Cancer is one of the biggest killers around the world. In America alone, 25% of all deaths are related to cancer.

Many people think of cancer as a single problem but in fact, it is a number of problems spread throughout the body. Generally speaking, if cancer is caught in the early stages of development, it can be treated and cured.

Although there are several different types of cancer, the most common ones are Lung, Prostate, Breast, Testicular, Skin and Colon cancers.

Genes control the multiplication and growth of cells. If these genes are defective in the first place, then the cells will not be able to grow or divide properly. As a result of this abnormality, cancerous cells are born.

There are a number of factors which cause cancer. Factors which are controllable by humans are smoking, toxic elements and radiation. These can be controlled to some degree and therefore it would be wise to avoid them by changing lifestyle habits. However, there are certain elements which are outside our control.
These include mutation and inherited DNA.

As a result of studies conducted by the American Cancer Society, more than 180,000 people have died as a direct result of smoking. Another 200,000 people have died due to lack of changing lifestyle habits. Obesity, laziness and malnutrition can have an effect on the growth of cancer. Needless to say, cancer has risen by more than 50% since 1995.

Let's take a look at some of these cancer causes in more detail.

Smoking: The most prevalent and easily avoidable type of cancer is the one caused by the use of tobacco. This includes the use of cigarettes, cigars and pipes. Even though smokers are addicted to nicotine, the fact that 200,000 people die every year due to smoking caused cancer should be enough motivation to quit. Some experts say that cessation of smoking can increase lifespan by up to 20 years.

Although nothing has been proven, studies indicate that stress may also be a contributing factor to cancer. Many cancer patients are also employed in stressful jobs. Some theologians believe that stress lowers the bodies immunity to cancer.

Exercise and Healthy Eating: Healthy eating and exercise is universally known to be beneficial in many aspects. But, many people don't know that food full of nutrition can reduce the risk of cancer. Specific foods such as fruit and veg can help prevent cancer whilst fatty foods such as meat can increase the likelihood of cancer.

Skin cancer can easily be avoided by simply listening to good advice. Wear sunglasses, hats, sun cream and other sensible items of clothing to avoid the onset of this type of cancer. Although this may seem like common sense, more than one million people have been diagnosed with skin cancer in a single year.

In summary, some cancers can be avoided. New research and studies are being conducted all the time. So, rather than concentrating on how to treat cancer patients, maybe we should all be looking for more ways to prevent the cancer in the first place.




Latest Cancer News:



Cancer Society hits 100 as US cancer rate falls


The American Cancer Society ? one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups ? is 100 years old this week. Back in 1913 when it was formed, cancer was a lesser threat for most Americans. ... Cancer Diagnostic Testing World Markets


NEW YORK, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Cancer Diagnostic Testing World Markets http://www.reportlinker.com/p089470/Cancer-Diagnostic-Testing-World-Markets.html#utm_source=prnewswire&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Diagnostics ... American Cancer Society turns 100 as cancer rates fall


The American Cancer Society - one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups - is 100 years old this week. Cancer Genetics Signs Agreement with MultiPlan


Cancer Genetics, Inc. , a leader in oncology-focused personalized medicine, has entered into an agreement with MultiPlan, Inc. , Driving May Increase Skin Cancer Risk for Men


      Skin cancer on drivers` left side likely due to exposure through side window glass KINGSPORT, Tenn. - May 22, 2013 - Men tend to drive more than women, and their risk of skin cancer increases because ... Cancer Genetics to Attend ASCO Annual Meeting


Cancer Genetics, Inc. , a leader in oncology-focused personalized medicine, will attend for the first time the 2013 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting on May 31-June 4, 2013 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Mayo Clinic Forms Joint Venture with Cancer Genetics


Mayo Clinic and Cancer Genetics Inc. today launched OncoSpire Genomics , a joint venture with the singular goal of improving cancer care by disc American Cancer Society, born at a time when cancer was a lesser threat, marks 100 years


NEW YORK, N.Y. - The American Cancer Society ? one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups ? is 100 years old this week. American Cancer Society to Recognize Industry Leaders at Annual Financial Services Cares Gala


The American Cancer Society announced today it will be hosting the 8th Annual Financial Services Cares Gala on Monday, June 24, 2013, at Cipriani 42nd Street, in New York. The even Q & A on cancer gene testing


News of Angelina Jolie's decision to undergo a prophylactic double mastectomy has instantly increased awareness of hereditary forms of cancer caused by mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. Wall Street's A-List Turns Out to Fight Skin Cancer - New York Times


News Image
New York Times

News Image
Wall Street's A-List Turns Out to Fight Skin Cancer
New York Times
Paul Kwasniewski, a Vietnam veteran who said he developed melanoma after spending too much time in the sun, said he received 16 stitches when the cancer was removed. Some of the most prominent guests, including Mr. Kravis, left on the early side.

and more »
Immune system cancer drugs tipped to be a $35 billion market - Reuters


News Image
Straits Times

News Image
Immune system cancer drugs tipped to be a $35 billion market
Reuters
LONDON (Reuters) - A new wave of medicines that tap the power of the immune system to fight cancer could become the biggest drug class in history, with potential sales of $35 billion a year. That bullish sales forecast by analysts at U.S. bank ...
Bristol-Myers shares jump on 'beginning of the end of cancer'MarketWatch (blog)

all 10 news articles »
The Way We Think about Cancer Must Evolve - Wired



News Image
The Way We Think about Cancer Must Evolve
Wired
Yet cancer isn't going away. Every year seems to bring the promise of a new breakthrough, a definitive answer, yet cancer is more prevalent than ever and continues to claim too many lives. Indeed, some researchers have begun to arrive at a dark ...

and more »
American Cancer Society Turns 100 - Fox News Latino


News Image
Fort Worth Star Telegram

News Image
American Cancer Society Turns 100
Fox News Latino
The American Cancer Society ? one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups ? is 100 years old this week. Back in 1913 when it was formed, cancer was a lesser threat for most Americans. The biggest killers then were flu, ...
Saluting the American Cancer Society's 100 yearsSTLtoday.com
Retired pathologist believes in cancer societyFort Worth Star Telegram
100 years fighting for a cancer cureU-T San Diego
WZZM -The Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com -Kansas First News
all 28 news articles »
Women escorted from mall for wearing ?F--- CANCER? hats - Fox News


News Image
Philly.com

News Image
Women escorted from mall for wearing ?F--- CANCER? hats
Fox News
Two sisters were escorted from a mall in King of Prussia, Pa., on Sunday because they were wearing hats reading ?F--- CANCER? with the ?C? in the expletive replaced by a pink breast cancer awareness ribbon, the Philadelphia Daily News reported.
Sisters Ejected From Pa. Mall Over Cancer HatsABC News
Did cancer hats go too far?Philly.com
If You Hate Cancer And Love Shiny Hats, You Are Not Welcome In The King Of ...Philebrity.com
Patch.com
all 10 news articles »
Michael Douglas: Liberace Role "Meant So Much - Us Magazine


News Image
Us Magazine

News Image
Michael Douglas: Liberace Role "Meant So Much
Us Magazine
During a Monday, May 20 press conference at the Palais de Festivals at the Cannes Film Festival, Academy Award winner Michael Douglas held back tears thanking director Steven Soderbergh -- who cast him in the over-the-top role of the late Liberace in ...
Michael Douglas breaks down in Cannes recalling his cancer battlehellomagazine.com
Michael Douglas breaks down at Cannes recalling cancer battleIrish Independent
Teary Michael Douglas Calls Return to Work in Liberace Movie a 'Beautiful Gift ...Yahoo! TV (blog)

all 159 news articles »
Helen Mirren gives royal welcome to boy with Down syndrome, terminal cancer - Today.com (blog)



News Image
Helen Mirren gives royal welcome to boy with Down syndrome, terminal cancer
Today.com (blog)
But her latest deed goes one step further: Last week, she agreed to have tea with 10-year-old Oliver Burton, who has Down syndrome and has been battling cancer for much of his short life. Burton was diagnosed with leukemia in 2006, and was recently ...

and more »
Dallas philanthropist Lyda Hill gives $50 million to MD Anderson cancer initiative - Dallas Morning News



News Image
Dallas philanthropist Lyda Hill gives $50 million to MD Anderson cancer initiative
Dallas Morning News
?We're astounded by Lyda Hill's incredible generosity and humbled by her commitment to cancer patients and their families through this truly transformative gift,? said Dr. Ronald DePinho, president of M.D. Anderson. ?Its broad application across the ...
Dallas Donor Pledges $50-Million for Texas Cancer InitiativeChronicle of Philanthropy (subscription) (blog)

all 5 news articles »
Medicare Nixes Coverage For New Cancer Tests - Forbes



News Image
Medicare Nixes Coverage For New Cancer Tests
Forbes
Medicare has sharply changed the way it pays for diagnostic tests, cutting payment rates and curtailing coverage for some new tests altogether. The makeover in the way that Medicare reimburses molecular diagnostics has been foreshadowed for years, but ...

New prostate cancer test designed to use urine instead of blood - 89.3 KPCC


News Image
Reading Post

News Image
New prostate cancer test designed to use urine instead of blood
89.3 KPCC
A team of researchers at UC Irvine are developing a what it hopes will be a more reliable prostate cancer test that uses urine instead of blood. It involves urinating on a stick coated with a virus that attracts a protein associated with the disease ...
Inexpensive, accurate way to detect prostate cancer: At-home urine testsScience Daily (press release)
"Desperate Housewives" Star Promotes Prostate Cancer AwarenessKMBZ
Joining forces to develop prostate cancer testReading Post
Crewe Chronicle
all 11 news articles »

 



Home | Resource Links | Contact Us
Copyright © 2006 CancerAdvice.org