Preventing breast cancer through healthy habits and personalized screening will prevent a third of cases.
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Adopting healthy habits and personalizing screening methods may help prevent up to a third of breast cancer cases, according to the experts gathered at the VII conference Together against breast cancer organized by HM Hospitals. Elimination of toxins such as tobacco, alcohol and other environmental pollutants, as well as the implementation of early detection systems tailored to each woman’s individual risk, have been identified as fundamental to reducing the incidence of this disease.
Under the motto Together for prevention, The event, which took place on October 15 at the HM Sanchinarro University Hospital, brought together a group of experts in the field of oncology and representatives of patient associations. During the inauguration Dr. Juan Abarca Sidon, President of HM Hospitales and Dr. Antonio Cubillo, Director of the Clara Kampal Center for Comprehensive Oncology (HM Ciocc), emphasized the importance of raising public awareness about the prevention of breast cancer. “OR“Not every third case of cancer could be avoided by living a healthy lifestyle and eliminating certain toxins,” emphasized Dr. Eva Ciruelos, Breast Cancer Unit Coordinator HM Ciocc.
The day leading up to World Breast Cancer Day was divided into three panels discussing the importance personalized screening, support for patient associations and the role of sport and nutrition in cancer prevention.
Dr. Eva Ciruelos: “Tailoring screening to each woman’s specific risk will allow more cases to be detected early and increase the chances of cure.”
Experts emphasized the need to personalize screening recommendations, especially in women with a family history or carriers of genetic mutations. “Tailor screening to each woman’s specific risk “This will allow more cases to be detected early and increase the chances of a cure.”, Dr. Ciruelos explained.
The second axis of the day focused on the role of patient associations. These organizations, in addition to providing emotional support, play a key role in health education, helping to dispel myths and misinformation. “It is very important from childhood and adolescence to raise public awareness that Cancer is the leading cause of death in the West. and that a third of cases could be avoided through a healthy lifestyle.”– said the oncologist.
In addition, the event also highlighted the importance of sports and proper nutrition in the prevention of breast cancer. Experts pay special attention to how Regular physical activity and a balanced diet can reduce your risk of cancer. “Promoting a healthy lifestyle is the key to reducing the incidence of not only breast cancer, but also other serious pathologies,” patients came to the conclusion.
Thus, the VII Conference Together against breast cancer emphasized that primary prevention through developing healthy habits and personalizing screening is the key to reducing the incidence of breast cancer. Additionally, it highlighted the importance of tailoring early detection methods to each woman’s individual risk, especially in hereditary cases, which will improve cure rates.