Cancer is a very scary topic, and unfortunately, almost all of us are affected by the disease in some way, whether we know someone who has or had it, or we've faced it ourselves. Personally, my father died from the disease. When you have experienced it in some way, you'll do anything to reduce your own risk (and you'll push your family and friends to get on board, too).

There's no foolproof way to completely shield yourself from the disease—because there are so many factors here—but there are some lifestyle changes you can make to ensure you're doing all you physically can to reduce your risk. Some include quitting smoking, staying active, seeing your doctor regularly, and staying safe in the sun.

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