Health Alert How can we prevent the rising incidence of lung cancer in non-smokers?
In recent years, the incidence of lung cancer in non-smokers has been rising, which has attracted widespread attention. Recently, the news that the founder of Wahaha was hospitalized for lung cancer** has once again pushed this topic to the forefront. So, why do non-smokers get lung cancer too? How can we prevent this?
1. Causes of lung cancer in non-smokers.
Environmental factors: air pollution, second-hand smoke, kitchen fumes, etc. are all important causes of lung cancer in non-smokers. Long-term exposure to these environments increases the risk of lung cancer.
Genetic factors: Family genetic history is also an important factor affecting the incidence of lung cancer. If someone in the family has lung cancer, the other members are at increased risk.
Chronic lung disease: People with chronic lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and tuberculosis also have an increased risk of lung cancer.
Age factor: As we age, the body's immunity decreases and its repair ability weakens, and the risk of lung cancer increases accordingly.
2. How to prevent lung cancer in non-smokers.
Reduce air pollution exposure: Minimize the amount of time spent in environments with high levels of air pollution, such as reducing outdoor activities in hazy weather, using air purifiers, etc.
Stay away from secondhand smoke: Avoid staying in a smoking environment, persuade family and friends to quit smoking, and reduce the harm of secondhand smoke.
Healthy eating: Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, eat less greasy, high-fat, high-sugar foods, and maintain good eating habits.
Regular physical examination: especially for people over the age of 40, chest CT and other examinations should be carried out regularly for early detection and early **.
Exercise: Strengthen exercise, improve immunity, and reduce the risk of lung cancer.
Genetic counseling: People with a family history of lung cancer can get genetic counseling to understand their risk of developing the disease.
3. Summary. The rising incidence of lung cancer in non-smokers is a wake-up call that we need to reduce the risk of lung cancer on multiple fronts. At the same time, we should also pay attention to lung health, regular physical examinations, early detection, early **. Let's protect our respiratory health from the threat of lung cancer.