Cancer Prevention: Small Choices, Big Impact

Cancer Prevention: Small Choices, Big Impact

February is National Cancer Prevention Month!

According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 40% of cancer cases in the U.S. are preventable. Cancer prevention isn’t about being perfect; it’s about making small realistic changed that help reduce your risk over time.

Prevention Tips:

  1. Don’t Smoke
  2. Alcohol: Less is Better
  3. Maintaining a Healthy Weight & Staying Active
  4. Eat for Prevention (Not Perfection)
  5. Sun Safety Matters
  6. Vaccines & Screenings

Cancer risk factors and prevention recommendations can feel overwhelming, but meaningful change happens through small manageable steps. Every healthy choice adds up. Prevention is a lifelong journey and one that is absolutely in reach.

Talk to your healthcare provider about steps you can start taking today to reduce your cancer risk.

Learn more and read more: Cancer Prevention — Small Choices, Big Impact – Cancer Research Institute

A Bit About the Coalition

Cape Atlantic Coalition for Health is a regional chronic disease prevention coalition funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Cancer Control and Prevention. Our purpose is to reduce the state's cancer burden and improve health outcomes for people with, or at risk for, cancer and other chronic diseases in Atlantic and Cape may counties. For more information on comprehensive cancer control, visit www.njcancer.gov. Shore Medical Center is the lead agency for Atlantic and Cape May counties. The CACH is working on a variety of projects to improve our community's health. You can help by becoming involved by being a member or volunteer. Anyone interested should call 609-653-3923.