Pancreatic Cancer
The early stages of this cancer do not usually produce symptoms, so the disease is generally advanced when it is diagnosed. Its often referred to as a "silent killer". The estimated 5-year prevalence of people in the world living with pancreatic cancer is 4.1 per 100,000. This cancer is almost always fatal.
Prevention of Pancreatic Cancer
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January 25,2019Original Published:
January 6,2018
There is no way to prevent pancreatic cancer but certain lifestyle changes may help lower the risks of pancreatic cancer. These include:
- Quit all form of tobacco use.
- Lose excess body weight.
- Exercise daily to stay fit.
- Lower or limit alcohol use.
- Avoid workplace exposure to chemicals that are known carcinogens.
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