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Answers to common cancer questions

While misinformation abounds on the internet, there are reliable sources of information about cancer that you can trust.  We have collected a list of the top authorities on cancer as reliable, evidence-based sources of general information about the disease and its prevention.

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How can I reduce my risk of cancer?

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Obesity is linked to several kinds of cancer.  Maintain a healthy weight for your height through a nutritious diet and regular exercise.  See the “American Cancer Society Guideline for Diet and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention” by the American Cancer Society. Try to fit exercise into your everyday life in a way that works for…

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Can I reduce my risk through diet?

Diet

In a word, yes!  You don’t have to have a perfect diet.  You don’t have to eat only organic food. Experts in cancer prevention at trusted organizations like the World Cancer Research Fund and MD Anderson Cancer Center provide practical advice for reducing your cancer risk through nutrition. See the following websites: Diet | MD…

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