Up to two-thirds of cancers may be prevented through healthy lifestyle changes. By knowing and acting on these Seven Steps to Health, you can help protect you and your family.

1. Choose to be a non-smoker and avoid secondhand smoke.
2. Choose a variety of lower-fat, high-fiber foods. Maintain a healthy body weight and limit your alcohol intake.
3. Protect yourself and your family from the sun. Practice regular skin examinations and report any changes to your doctor immediately.
4. Practice monthly breast self-examinations and schedule regular Pap tests and mammograms, according to age.
5. See your doctor and dentist regularly for checkups.
6. Be aware of changes in your normal state of health. If you discover a lump or a mole that has changed, or a sore that won’t heal, check with your doctor immediately.
7. At home and at work, follow health and safety instructions when using hazardous materials.