On the occasion of World Cancer Day, the Health Secretariat of the State of Mexico highlights the importance of prevention and early detection of this disease. Cancer continues to be one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with high rates of cases diagnosed at advanced stages.
According to the State Center for Epidemiological Surveillance and Disease Control (CEVECE), approximately 60% of cancer cases are detected late, which affects the chances of survival and requires longer and more complex treatments. For this reason, it is essential to promote healthy lifestyle habits to prevent the disease.
The Institute of Health of the State of Mexico (ISEM) has implemented preventive medicine programs in primary care units to promote cancer prevention. Among the recommendations are to maintain a healthy weight, follow a balanced diet, exercise regularly, avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption, practice safe sex, and get vaccinated against diseases such as hepatitis B and the Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
The most common types of cancer in adults include breast, cervical, prostate, stomach, colon, rectal, liver, and intrahepatic bile duct cancers. In the childhood population, leukemia is the most frequent. The Health Secretariat estimates that more than 30% of cancer-related deaths could be prevented through the adoption of healthy lifestyles and early detection of the disease.
These efforts are part of the social policy of Governor Delfina Gómez Álvarez, who has prioritized the physical and mental well-being of the residents of the State of Mexico under the slogan 'United for the Unique.' On this World Cancer Day, the aim is to raise awareness among the population about the importance of prevention and timely detection as fundamental tools in the fight against this disease.
