How can I lower my risk of cancer?

Did you know that at least one third of all cancer cases can be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices?

Lowering your cancer risk is easier than you think. Use our Cancer Risk Calculator to get started today. All you need to do is answer a few quick questions, and we’ll tell you how much you’re already lowering your risk through healthy choices, and which small lifestyle changes can make a big difference.

Cancer Risk Calculator

Find out your score and learn how to lower your risk.

Early detection and immunisation

Discover simple ways to find cancer early and increase your chances of survival.

Healthy weight

Learn how to lower your risk of 13 cancer types by keeping a healthy weight.

Tobacco Smoking

Quitting improves your health from the day you stop.

Nutrition and alcohol

Find out how what you eat and drink can affect your cancer risk.

Programs and resources

Access free resources to lower risk where you live, work, play and learn.

Sun protection

Sun safety is as easy as five simple steps. Get SunSmart today.

Physical activity

Learn simple ways to up your physical activity and lower your cancer risk.

Occupational and environmental cancers

Find out about common cancer risks at home and in the workplace.

You can make a difference

Our work is only possible because of your generous support. 32,000 Queenslanders were diagnosed with cancer last year, but only 7,000 accessed our support services. You can help us make sure no Queenslander faces cancer alone.

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