Men's and Women's Health

Reduce the risk
Research suggests that around half of all cancers diagnosed in the UK could be prevented by changes to lifestyle. Cancer prevention is very important and a lack of knowledge and motivation are real risk factors for this disease. The men’s and women’s health Reduce the risk awareness day uses the European ten point code for cancer as its basis for discussion.

Physical activity and cancer research
Over 50 scientific studies around the world have shown that physical activity can reduce the risk of bowel cancer. And the largest of these studies agree that people ho are physically active can halve their bowel cancer risk. Scientists have also found that people who are involved in active jobs are less likely to develop bowel cancer. The majority of studies on physical activity and breast cancer have found that being active reduces breast cancer risk by 30-40%. And the greatest benefits are seen in women who have also a healthy bodyweight

Healthy eating and cancer research
Experts think that about a quarter of all cancers are caused by unhealthy diets and obesity. Our diet influences our risk of many cancers, including cancers of the bowel, stomach, mouth, food pipe and breast.

Reduce the risk – Interactive Display
The interactive display activities help to open discussion about; self examination, smoking, alcohol, nutrition, safe sun and height and weight. This can be done in small groups or individually. The display is generally put in good meeting point on site and staff will simply drop in!

Reduce the risk – workshop
This workshop is a great way to go more in depth about this topic area. Again we cover: What is cancer? How to identify personal risk, self examination, smoking, physical activity, alcohol, nutrition, safe sun and weight control. The workshop style means that staff can relax and discuss this topic and gain practical advice on how to change any risky behaviour.

Reduce the risk – one to one consultation
A 15 minute consultation with one of our advisors allows staff who require a more personal intervention to discuss any of the areas covered in the men’s and women’s health topic area. These sessions can be booked at the display or prior to the event.

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