26 May 2025
May is a month of awareness. But at IOCI, we want it to be more than that.
We want it to be a month of action—small, doable steps that protect your body, support your mind, and quietly reduce your risk of cancer over time.
Because here’s what we’ve learned from treating thousands of patients across India:
Cancer is complex—but some risk factors are in our hands.
Here are 6 lifestyle shifts you can start making this May.
Quit Tobacco—In All Forms
Whether it’s a cigarette, gutkha, or hookah—tobacco increases the risk of multiple cancers, including:
Tobacco doesn't just affect the lungs—it enters your bloodstream and irritates organs silently.
If you’ve tried quitting and failed, don’t be ashamed. Try again—with help.
Our teams at IOCI offer behavioral therapy and medical guidance to support this process.
Eat with Intention, Not Just Habit
At IOCI, every nutrition plan begins with one truth:
Food is medicine. Especially when chosen wisely.
A healthy diet for cancer recovery or prevention isn’t about fancy superfoods. It’s about:
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Whole grains
- Lean protein
- Cutting down on red/processed meats and fried foods
- Staying hydrated
Our oncology nutrition for cancer patients focuses on reducing inflammation, boosting immunity, and supporting healing at every stage—before, during, or after treatment.
Protect Your Skin from Sun Damage
If you spend time outdoors and don’t use sunscreen regularly, you’re increasing your risk of:
- Skin cancer
- Mouth or throat cancer (from sun and tobacco combo)
- Sunscreen isn’t a cosmetic—it’s daily protection.
- Use SPF 30+ even on cloudy days, and cover areas like your ears, hands, and neck.
Schedule a mole mapping or skin check at any Best Diagnostic Testing Center at IOCI.
Move More, Sit Less
Exercise doesn’t just improve mood—it regulates hormones, improves metabolism, and lowers risk for colon, breast, and endometrial cancers.
Even 30 minutes of walking, 5 days a week, can make a difference.
If you're undergoing treatment, we’ll guide you with yoga for cancer patients and safe movement routines.
Prioritize Sleep and Stress Management
Chronic stress weakens your immune response. Poor sleep affects cellular repair.
We encourage meditation, journaling, mindful breathing, and light physical activity—all proven to reduce anxiety and inflammation.
And yes, this helps with cancer prevention and recovery too.
Don’t Delay Screenings
This one’s simple: early detection saves lives.
Whether it's a pap smear, a bladder scan, or a mole check—screening before symptoms show up is the smartest habit you can form.
Our centers across India provide full access to:
- Cervical, breast, bladder, and brain cancer screening
- Imaging, blood tests, and same-day consults
- Expert review and a personalized prevention plan
Book your preventive check at: IOCI Noida, Greater Noida, Mumbai, Indore, Aurangabad, Agartala, Saharanpur, Kanpur and Jodhpur.
