"Simple Lifestyle Changes Could Prevent Nearly Half of Cancer Cases, Experts Say"

A study by the American Cancer Society identifies six modifiable risk factors—smoking, excess body weight, alcohol consumption, diet, physical inactivity, and infections like HPV—that contribute to nearly half of all cancer cases. Addressing these factors through lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol, staying active, and getting vaccinated can significantly reduce cancer incidences and improve treatment outcomes.