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[ad_1] It’s often assumed that cancer results either from bad genes or bad luck but in truth it’s a blend of our genes, our environment and the lifestyle that we adopt, says Dr Surender Kumar Dabas, Vice Chairman & HOD, Oncology, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital. So can lifestyle modifications prevent cancer? Dr Dabas shares, "Not all cancers are preventable but certain behaviours can significantly reduce the risk of developing cancer. So take control of your health and encourage those around you to do the same." Cancer Prevention: How To Lower Risk  Dr Surender Kumar Dabas shares the following steps that can reduce the risk of cancer: 1. Maintain a healthy weight: Obesity has been proven to be associated with many cancers, so keeping your weight in check helps. 2. Eat healthy: A balanced and nutritious diet plays a crucial role in cancer prevention. Make fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, vitamins, etc. a part of your routine me...

[ad_1] Published By : Nibandh Vinod Last Updated: November 07, 2023, 06:00 IST National Cancer Awareness Day is observed annually on November 7 in India. (Image: Shutterstock) National Cancer Awareness Day, observed on November 7th, commemorates the birth anniversary of Marie Curie and emphasizes the importance of cancer prevention and early detection. National Cancer Awareness Day, is observed annually on November 7 in India since 2014. This day is dedicated to creating public awareness regarding the early detection, prevention, and treatment of cancer. It also marks the birth anniversary of Nobel Laureate – Marie Curie, a Polish-French physicist and chemist born in 1867. Her ground-breaking discoveries of radium and polonium stand as two pivotal pillars in the relentless battle against cancer. Marie Curie’s pioneering work and her breakthroughs paved the way for the evolution of nuclear energy radiotherapy which plays a pivotal tool in modern cancer treatment. National Cancer A...