Breast Cancer Prevention

Mammography. Radiopaedia

Authors: Hank Dart, MS Washington University School of Medicine, Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH Washington University School of Medicine .
Source:  Prevention Papers

Breast cancer is a major public health challenge facing women across the world. Changing reproductive patterns, increasing obesity and use of postmenopausal hormone therapy are largely responsible for risk. Strategies to reduce risk from physical activity to weight loss after menopause and limiting exposure to hormones can significantly reduce risk.

Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Authors:
Hank Dart, MS Washington University School of Medicine
Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH Washington University School of Medicine

2009-20-02

You Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer

Take control and lower your risk. Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Regular screening and a healthy lifestyle could prevent 75 percent of new cases.