Causes and Prevention

Cancer prevention is action taken to lower the risk of getting cancer. This can include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding exposure to known cancer-causing substances, and taking medicines or vaccines that can prevent cancer from developing.

Risk Factors for Cancer
Learn about behaviors, exposures, and other factors that may influence the risk of cancer.
The Genetics of Cancer
Learn about the genetics of cancer, how genetic changes cause cancer, and genetic testing.
Cancer Prevention Overview
Learn about known and potential cancer risk factors and ways to reduce cancer risk.
Causes and Prevention Research
The latest research on what causes cancer and how some cancers may be prevented.