What is a preventable cancer?

Research suggests that only five percent of cancers are hereditary. That means the non-genetic causes of cancer — the lifestyle choices we make, the foods we eat, and our physical activity levels — have a direct impact on our overall cancer risk.

Half of all men and one-third of all women will develop cancer in their lifetimes. Do what you can to avoid becoming a part of these statistics. Take steps to reduce your risk for cancer now!

The Foundation focuses its resources on those cancers — including lung, breast, prostate, colorectal, cervical, skin, oral and testicular — that can be prevented through lifestyle changes or early detection and treatment.

Learn more about these preventable cancers:
 
Breast
Colorectal
Oral
Skin
Cervical
Lung
Prostate
Testicular