Prevention – modifiable risk factors
The NHS Long term Plan sets out new commitments for action that the NHS itself will take to improve prevention. Prevention is important for many conditions including cancer. 4 in 10 cancers are preventable see CRUK infographic below. Preventing cancer has better outcomes than any cancer treatment.
Helpful websites:
Information for the public: Alcohol – Not the Answer – Reduce My Risk
Regional alcohol programme: www.balancenortheast.co.uk
Fresh the UK’s first dedicated regional tobacco control programme.