February 4th is World Cancer Day. There are actions that everyone can take to reduce the impact of cancer on individuals, families and communities. For example, staying physically active, maintaining a healthy weight and addressing other lifestyle factors can have a significant impact on one’s chances of getting cancer and other serious chronic diseases. While many types of cancer can be effectively treated, an estimated 41% to 63% of all cancer cases in women and men are preventable. World Cancer Day aims to save millions of preventable deaths by raising awareness about this disease.
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