Cancer Prevention

A report from the American Cancer Society ("Cancer Prevention And Early Detection Facts And Figures - 2005") tells us that at least half of all cancer deaths in the United States could be prevented through a change in lifestyle practices by the American population.

Cited cancer prevention measures include - for example - quitting smoking. The fact is that fewer adults and teens are smoking compared to years ago. Also, people are more careful in the sun and consuming less alcohol. More attention is also being paid to diet and exercise, as obesity is now recognized as a partial contributor to a person's probability of developing certain types of cancer.

Life insurance companies are quite willing to consider all modifications to your daily life that can help reduce the risk of death caused by cancer. Indeed, by informing the underwriter of your cancer prevention efforts, you can significantly lower your premiums.