November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Women or men who smoke or have a history of heavy smoking – even if they quit years ago, have been heavily exposed to secondhand smoke, have been exposed to indoor or outdoor air pollution, have had jobs that exposed them to radiation, have been exposed to certain toxic substances, such as arsenic, radon or asbestos and/or have a personal or family histories of lung cancer are at risk.
Reduce Your Risk Now!
- Never smoke. If you do, quit.
- Stay away from secondhand smoke
- Eat lots of fruits and vegetables
- Don’t rely on supplements: beta-carotene supplements increase risk of lung cancer
- Make your home & community smoke-free
Please contact Althea Moser at amoser@highlands.edu for further information. This wellness initiative is courtesy of the Dept. of Kinesiology and Wellness, the Faculty Grant Scholarship, & the Prevent Cancer Foundation©