Prevention

The goal of regular screenings is to detect disease early enough to treat it most effectively. The early detection may lead to a better overall prognosis and longer survival.

According to the National Cancer Institute, there is a strong scientific consensus that alcohol drinking can cause several types of cancer.

In its Report on Carcinogens, the National Toxicology Program of the US Department of Health and Human Services lists consumption of alcoholic beverages as a known human carcinogen.

The evidence indicates that the more alcohol a person drinks—particularly the more alcohol a person drinks regularly over time—the higher his or her risk of developing an alcohol-associated cancer.

Learn more about the cancer risks associated with alcohol consumption

Our collective efforts to reduce tobacco use, are multifaceted:

• Tobacco Free for a Healthy NJ (TFHNJ) is a statewide project focusing on increasing residents’ access to smoke-free air where they work, live, and play. 
• Outdoor Recreation Ordinances (ORO): Many municipalities in Burlington and Camden counties have adopted OROs and are smoke-free.
• One of the ways to reduce youth access to cigarettes, ENDS (electronic nicotine delivery systems), and hookah is by implementing point-of-sale (POS) strategies in establishments that sell these products, particularly within municipalities where retailers are in close proximity to schools.
• Tobacco Retailer Audits are conducted to assure compliance with state guidelines.

A healthy diet helps to prevent a variety of diseases and can assist with the management of many chronic conditions.

The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a wealth of resources on their website at Nutrition.gov.

Additionally, proper nutrition can help those undergoing treatment programs and navigating life after disease. You can also find nutrition resources for people with cancer and cancer survivors, on topics including eating, food safety, and dietary supplements on the USDA website:

Physical activity is anything that gets your body moving!

Movement has many benefits, including reducing obesity, which is a known risk factor for a variety of cancers. If you are wondering how much physical activity is right for you, and need some ideas on activities to try and how to fit them in, you can learn more: