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Lung Cancer
How Can I Prevent Lung Cancer?
Don't smoke. Breaking the tobacco habit may be difficult, but it can be done. While preparing yourself to quit, cut back on the number of cigarettes you smoke daily. Many people report that stopping cigarette smoking "cold turkey" is more effective than gradually tapering off. Joining a support group may help you maintain your resolve to quit.
If you live or work with smokers, encourage them to quit and ask them not to smoke around you. If you are exposed to cancer-causing chemicals at work, take necessary safety measures to limit inhalation.
Medicaly reviewed by Harold Burstein, MD, August 2005.
SOURCES: National Cancer Institute. National Institutes of Health. WebMD Medical Reference from the American College of Physicians: “Section 12 VIII Lung Cancer.” © 2005 WebMD Inc. All rights reserved.
SOURCES: National Cancer Institute. National Institutes of Health. WebMD Medical Reference from the American College of Physicians: “Section 12 VIII Lung Cancer.” © 2005 WebMD Inc. All rights reserved.
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