Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health Advice on preventing cancer 7 ways to avoid cancer Reduce the risk of serious disease You can start by yourself.
Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health recommends that cancer can be prevented. 7 ways to avoid cancer Eat healthy, clean and hygienic food. exercise regularly And should have a health check or cancer screening every year. prevent the disease from spreading or being cured
Dr. Suwanchai Wattana Yingcharoenchai Director-General of the Department of Health Said that February 4 of every year is World Cancer Day, the Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health, therefore wants people to awareness of the seriousness of cancer which is a disease that has the highest death rate in Thailand, the cause of most cancers It comes from inappropriate lifestyle behaviors.
7 ways to avoid cancer
1) Avoid smoking Refrain from drinking liquor and alcoholic beverages Because it causes lung cancer, liver cancer, oral cancer.
2) Avoid spicy food Fermented food risk of gastric cancer
3) Avoid smoked meats, grilled, grilled, fried until charred. which eating grilled food often or eating regularly May be at risk for liver cancer
4) Avoid foods that contain saltpeter (nitrate) or preservatives. such as processed meats such as sausages, bacon, ham, Chinese sausage, fermented pork, etc. If you buy products that are not up to standard or eat regularly It can cause negative health effects or increase the risk of cancer in organs such as the stomach and intestines.
5) Avoid undercooked food, especially freshwater fish. because it may be contaminated with flukes or toxins from unclean water sources increases the risk of liver cancer bile duct cancer
6) Avoid exposure to pollution, dust, smoke, toxic substances, and chemicals. such as areas where there is combustion from engine exhaust pipes, cigarette smoke, grass burning waste burn the fuel used in the factory Including when there is a high amount of PM 2.5 dust in the air. If it is necessary to be in the area, you should protect yourself by wearing a dust mask.
7) Avoid exposure to strong sunlight or direct sunlight. without protection for too long due to high heat and UV rays Harmful to the cells can cause skin cancer. Should be prevented by avoiding exposure to the sun in the sun for too long. or apply sunscreen Wear appropriate clothing and use sun protection.
cancer screening health checkup
1) Breast cancer It is recommended that women perform routine breast self-examination for screening. and mammograms
2) Lung cancer Recommended for people over 55 years old who have smoked about 1 pack of cigarettes per day for a period of about 30 years, stopped smoking within 15 years, screened by low-dose lung computed tomography.
3) colon cancer Recommended for people aged between 45-50 years, screened by colonoscopy. or blood tests for cancer screening, etc.
4) Prostate cancer Recommended in men aged 45 years and over, screened by a blood test. Look at the values for prostate cancer (PSA).
5) Liver cancer Screening in people with hepatitis or people who are hepatitis B virus carriers should be screened by ultrasound of the upper abdomen. and liver cancer screening (AFP)
6) oral cancer Dental and oral health should be checked at least once a year to take care of gums, teeth and oral abnormalities. or observe the lesion by yourself, etc.
However, cancer screening is an important thing that everyone should pay attention to. because cancer was detected at an early stage Increase the chances of curing cancer including self care to have good health behaviors eat nutritious food clean and hygienic Exercise regularly, don’t stress, get enough sleep. can reduce the risk of cancer
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