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What Every Senior in North Vancouver and West Vancouver, BC Needs to Know About Cancer Prevention<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Cancer Prevention in Seniors<\/strong> | The most significant risk factor for the development of cancer is aging; however, the risk of many types of cancer can be drastically reduced by focusing on prevention steps. Several factors play a role in cancer development, such as heredity, but many can be voluntarily avoided.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Fast Facts<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Cancer prevention in seniors:<\/strong> Did you know that about half of all cancers can be prevented? It\u2019s My Life! is an interactive, evidence-based tool on the Canadian Cancer website that teaches you how 10 lifestyle factors can affect your risk of getting cancer and what you can do to prevent it: http:\/\/itsmylife.cancer.ca\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Nine Steps That Can Help with Cancer Prevention:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

#1 – Don\u2019t smoke and avoid exposure to smoke:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Smoking is the most significant cancer risk factor. It is to blame for lung and many other types of cancer. The best way to help prevent cancer is to quit smoking or never start. As soon as you quit, the body positively responds \u2500 so it\u2019s never too late.<\/span><\/p>\n

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#DYK<\/strong> \u2013 Avoiding secondhand smoke also helps to prevent cancer, because this smoke contains more than 60 known carcinogens. These carcinogens interrupt normal cell development, a catalyst for cancer development.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

#2 – Stay safe in the sun and watch for skin changes:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Each year, over one million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer. It is the most common cancer and accounts for about half of all cancer diagnoses, yet it\u2019s one of the most preventable types of cancer. Reduce UV ray exposure by wearing sunscreen and protective clothing, and avoiding the mid-day sun and tanning beds.<\/span><\/p>\n

#3 – Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables greatly reduces the risk of developing cancer and many other conditions. Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants, which help repair damaged cells. Green, orange, and yellow fruits and vegetables are your best bet to help prevent cancer. Studies also show that dark fruits, like blueberries and grapes, may also have anti-cancer properties. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy, brussels sprouts, and cabbage are particularly helpful, according to numerous studies.<\/span><\/p>\n

#4 – Limit red meat and animal fat:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

A diet high in animal fat increases the risk for several types of cancer, particularly colon cancer. Red meat contains much more fat than poultry and fish, so reducing the amount of red meat in your diet may help to prevent cancer. A diet high in fat also is a major cause of obesity, which is another risk factor for many types of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n

#5 – Limit alcohol intake:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol regularly increases the risk of many kinds of cancer. Studies suggest that men who consume two alcoholic drinks per day and women who have one alcoholic drink per day can significantly increase their risk factors for certain types of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n

#6 – Exercise:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

When you exercise, you are reducing your risk for many types of cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends exercising 30 or more minutes, at least 5 days a week, for cancer prevention. Always check with your physician before embarking on any exercise program.<\/span><\/p>\n

#7 – Know your environment:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Exposure to chemicals may increase the risk of developing many types of cancer, including kidney cancer and bladder cancer. If you are exposed to fumes, dust, chemicals, and the like, you may want to look into ways to reduce or eliminate your exposure. Gasoline, diesel exhaust, arsenic, beryllium, vinyl chloride, nickel chromates, coal products, mustard gas, and chloromethyl ethers are all dangerous carcinogens.<\/span><\/p>\n

#8 – Be familiar with your personal and family medical history:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Cancers such as breast, colon, ovarian, and other types can be hereditary. If certain cancers run in your family, tell your doctor so that he or she can recommend the right screenings and assess your true risk. Genetic testing and counseling may be encouraged based on a family\u2019s medical history.<\/span><\/p>\n

#9 – Get regular cancer <\/strong>screens:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Cancer screening tests can be useful in detecting cancer \u2500 and preventing it. The colonoscopy and Pap smear can detect abnormal cellular changes before they turn cancerous. The key to their effectiveness is that they are done regularly. Other tests may be useful for early detection, but not necessarily cancer prevention. It is common to have prostate cancer screening through digital rectal exams, and prostate-specific<\/i>\u00a0antigen (PSA) tests can help detect prostate cancer early. Mammograms and other imaging tools are also recommended to detect breast cancer, and the survival rate continues to grow.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Best Senior Home Care in North and West Vancouver is Comfort Keepers\u00ae<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Our senior home care agency offers in-home care focusing on aging in place. Our services include dementia care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, and palliative care. Comfort Keepers can assist seniors with living transition services, personal care, companionship care, and more!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Quality and Accredited Elderly Care: Happier, Healthier, and at Home with 24\/7 Senior Care Opportunities!<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Do you need a home care solution for yourself or a loved one? Have you been thinking about retirement homes and their alternatives as a solution? Comfort Keepers\u00ae enables seniors to maintain happy, healthy lives in the comfort of their own homes. In-home care services are available in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and the surrounding areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

Comfort Keepers\u00ae is a Senior Care Agency That Can Make a Difference with Interactive Caregiving\u2122<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Our in-home caregivers ensure our senior clients have the best quality of life. The<\/span> Interactive Caregiving\u2122<\/span><\/a> program ensures that a senior’s safety, nutrition, mental well-being, and everyday needs are met. This program brings joy and good health to each client’s home.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Comfort Keepers\u00ae North Vancouver and West Vancouver Can Help with In-Home Elderly Care Services!<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of a loved one we can help! Comfort Keepers offers 24-hour care and delivers top-quality and compassionate care for seniors.\u00a0 We are dedicated to safety technology solutions that foster independence and enhance well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n

Locally Owned and Operated Home Health Care Agency<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Our care centers around companionship for seniors. Empathetic care originates from the soul and allows us to meet our clients’ requirements. The seasoned in-home caregivers employed by Comfort Keepers are carefully chosen based on their empathetic qualities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact the<\/span> Comfort Keepers\u00ae North Vancouver and West Vancouver<\/span><\/a> office at (604) 998-8806 to learn more about our unique in-home care solutions for seniors.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Comfort Keepers is an Accredited Senior Care Agency in North and West Vancouver, BC<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

Accreditation is a rigorous process that involves industry experts evaluating an organization’s processes, policies, and procedures. Comfort Keepers\u00ae North and West Vancouver has been awarded Exemplary Standing by<\/b> Accreditation Canada<\/b><\/a>. This achievement recognizes that Comfort Keepers\u00ae meets or exceeds the stringent quality standards for Home Care companies established by Accreditation Canada. <\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

References:<\/strong><\/p>\n

National Institutes of Health (NIH). \u201cPreventive Cancer Care for the Elderly<\/a>\u201d. Web. 2015.
LifestyleOptions.com. \u201cCancer Care in the Elderly\u201d. Web. 2015.
American Cancer Society. \u201cPrevention Studies for a Cancer-Free Tomorrow<\/a>\u201d. Web 2015.<\/p>\n

Centers for Disease Control (CDC). \u201cCurrent Cigarette Smoking Among Adults in the United States\u201d. Web. 2014.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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