Mesothelioma Cancer Alert: Prevention the focus of World Cancer Day
The World Health Organization observes February 4th as World Cancer Day. Each year the WHO supports the Union Against Cancer in promoting ways to ease the global burden of this devastating disease.
Cancer has been named the leading global cause of death. An estimated 84 million people will die of cancer between 2005 and 2015 without intervention, according to the WHO.
This year’s theme, “Cancer can be prevented too”, will focus on the various ways people can stop cancer before it strikes. Simple practices such as abstaining from tobacco use, limiting alcohol use, exercising regularly and using protection against cancer-causing infections, can reduce the chances of cancer immensely.
The WHO estimates a 45% increase of deaths caused by cancer in 2030. This astounding statistic gives great urgency for light to be shined on cancer prevention efforts.
One precaution has been the increased awareness of asbestos safety. The strong correlation of asbestos exposure and mesothelioma cancer has caused many people to take extra safety measures to prohibit the inhalation of asbestos fibers.
Mesothelioma, commonly referred to as asbestos cancer, is caused when asbestos fibers are inhaled and in-turn attack the body’s vital organs. Known as the silent killer, mesothleioma often takes anywhere from 20-50 years from the time of inhalation, to attack. Given this late onset, mesothelioma commonly diagnosed in the later more aggressive stage of the cancer.
Living a healthy and safe lifestyle will surely have a positive impact on one’s overall health down the road. Prevention awareness is vital to stopping cancer from being the #1 killer. People must be reminded that they are not helpless in the battle against cancer; all they have to do is fight back.
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