Things Everyone Can Do To Help Prevent Cancer

Things to remember Good Nutrition Exercise Dont Smoke Sun Safety

Good Nutrition Eat your fruits and vegetables Have fast food only as an occasional treat –Make healthy fast food choices Limit candy, chips and sweet treats

Exercise At least 30 minutes a day At least 5 days a week What kinds of things can you do to exercise?

Smoking Smoking cigarettes and cigars causes cancer Smoking causes other health problems –Bad breath – Tooth decay –Respiratory illness –Stained teeth –Reduced lung growth and function

Sun Safety Your body gets Vitamin D from the sun –Vitamin D promotes bone growth Too much sun exposure is dangerous Wearing sun block protects your skin from skin cancer Wearing hats and glasses protect you as well Prevent sun burns –Indoor tanning is a source of harmful UV radiation