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My paternal family has history of cancer & heart disease, from both sides. what can i do best to prevent? i'm very similar to my father physically
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Prevention: Learn what specific type of cancers your family runs and what heart disease(s). Check on line for what specific steps you can take regarding diet, exercise and perhaps other steps. In general exercising regularly, not smoking, mediterranean diet are all good basic steps.
Answered 10/24/2014
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