This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Preventing Cancer: Live well *Be aware* Get involved Presentation prepared by: Canadian Cancer Society, Ontario Division, Public Affairs, Prevention, May 2012, v3

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. How we’re fighting cancer doing everything we can to prevent cancer funding research to outsmart cancer empowering, informing and supporting Canadians living with cancer advocating for public policies to improve the health of Canadians rallying Canadians to get involved in the fight against cancer

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. What do we mean by ‘cancer prevention’? Can lifestyle changes make a difference? Can all cancers be prevented?

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Live well. Make healthy choices. Be aware. Look after yourself. Get involved. Help reduce risks for everyone.

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Be a non-smoker and avoid second-hand smoke. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women in Canada. Smoking can also increase the risk of developing other cancers. No amount of second-hand smoke is safe. Need help quitting? Call Smoker’s Helpline at

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Up to 35% of all cancers can be prevented by eating well, being active and maintaining a healthy body weight. People who are overweight are at greater risk for developing certain cancers. Physical activity is also one of the best ways to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Regular physical activity can help protect against colon, breast and uterine cancers. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Keep a healthy body weight. Be active and eat well.

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Keep a healthy body weight. Be active and eat well. Limit red meat. Limit processed meats. Watch your salt. Watch your sugar. Choose healthy fats. Choose high-fibre foods. Reach for vegetables and fruit. Live well*Be aware*Get involved

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Know the risks of alcohol. The less you drink, the more you reduce your risk. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of developing several types of cancer. If you choose to drink, limit how much. Women – less than 1 drink a day Men – less than 2 drinks a day Live well*Be aware*Get involved

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Learn how to use the UV Index. Plan your activities. Cover up – hat, clothes, sunglasses. Use sunscreen. Avoid indoor tanning. Check your skin regularly. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Protect your skin. Be safe in the sun and don’t use tanning beds.

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Get enough vitamin D from the sun, supplements and your diet. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Talk to your doctor about taking 1000 international units (IU) a day during fall and winter months. Talk to your doctor about whether you should take a vitamin D supplement all year round if you: – are over 50 – have dark skin – don’t go outside very much – wear clothing covering most of your skin

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Know your body and watch for changes in your: skin breasts – at all ages testicles – starting at 15 Live well*Be aware*Get involved

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Report any changes in your health to your doctor. changes in your bowel habits lasting more than a few weeks unexplained weight loss new lumps or growths changes in bladder habits difficulty swallowing blood in your urine, stool or phlegm

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Get checked and help find cancer early. breast cancer cervical cancer colon cancer prostate cancer

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Check your family’s cancer history. Discuss screening with your doctor if you have a family history of cancer.

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved What else can increase your cancer risk? certain viruses and bacteria (example: HPV) artificial hormones (example: hormone replacement therapy)

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Live well*Be aware*Get involved Get rid of harmful substances at work and at home. Test your home for radon. Use experts to remove asbestos safely if you have it in your home. Find out if there are harmful substances in your workplace. Use safer alternatives or ask for them to be used. Follow safety rules and ask for information and protective equipment.

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. Raise awareness about cancer prevention in your community. Reduce cancer risks for the next generation. Fight for public policy to make healthy living easier for everyone. Find out how you can help the Society fight for change right now. Become a volunteer! Live well*Be aware*Get involved

This grey area will not appear in your presentation. For the most up-to-date information: visit call the Canadian Cancer Society Cancer Information Service at Thank you! Presentation prepared by: Canadian Cancer Society, Ontario Division, Public Affairs, Prevention May 2012