Resources and information to help reduce your risk of cancer
Around four in ten cancers could be prevented largely through lifestyle changes.
The good news is that there are some things that you can do to reduce the risk. Whilst not all types of cancer can be prevented, over a third of cancers can be. Which is why making healthy choices is so important – and small steps can add up to a big difference.
As well as staying active, taking steps like stopping smoking, eating well, and drinking less alcohol can help to reduce your risk of developing certain types of cancer. Being healthy can help you to live well for longer.
It is really important to go along to screening appointments when you are invited, as these can pick up signs of cancer early. The earlier that cancer is found, the more chance there is that it can be treated.
Other sources of support and information
Big C Charity (local to Norfolk and Waveney)
Norfolk and Waveney ICB work in partnership with the local charity Big C Cancer Charity. They hold health events across Norfolk and Waveney, to help people understand the signs and symptoms of cancer and the importance of early diagnosis. Everyone is very welcome to go along, talk to the team, learn more, and take part in the activities on offer.
Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK is a national cancer charity. Their website has lots of helpful information about how to reduce your risk of getting cancer.
Macmillan Cancer Support
Macmillan Cancer Support is a national cancer charity. Their website has lots of helpful information and booklets you can order about how to reduce your risk of cancer.
MOVE Charity
Founded in 2016 by international athlete Gemma Hillier-Moses, MOVE Charity helps to provide people with the support that Gemma never received when she was diagnosed with cancer aged 24. Gemma is a huge advocate for keeping moving when living with and beyond cancer and through the work of MOVE Charity she hopes to support and inspire others that are affected by cancer, their family, friends and healthcare professionals to Move Against Cancer.
NHS ENGLAND – Prevention Programme
The NHS England website also has lots of helpful information about staying healthy and preventing illnesses like cancer.
Norfolk Libraries Health and Wellbeing resources
You can find a series of videos to help you find reliable health and wellbeing information here. Topics include finding mental health resources on websites such as the NHS and MIND, reliable information online about physical activity and adult and children’s sleep. Norfolk Libraries Health and Wellbeing also have a range of online resources.
Wellbeing Norfolk and Waveney Social Events
Wellbeing Norfolk and Waveney run a series of social events based on the idea of ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’. These are a set of evidence-based recommendations that, when followed, can improve your mental health and wellbeing. The 5 ways to wellbeing are: connect, be active, learn, take notice, and give; and you can find out more about each of these here.