Several risk factors are associated with leukemia, which cannot be modified, such as a person’s sex or age. Unfortunately, there’s isn’t any concrete measure to prevent leukemia altogether, but there are ways by which one can reduce the risk of developing leukemia. Here, we’ll discuss these helpful tips to prevent leukemia. 

The only ideal and effective way to reduce the chances of developing leukemia is by avoiding the risk factors by making a few lifestyle changes.

Be aware of one’s surroundings
Naturally, one cannot have precise knowledge of the environment at all times, but being a little cautious could go a long way in preventing leukemia. One could exercise due caution to all that is known or even suspected to have been found in the environment. It would particularly be vital during the event of an exposure, which could have lead to the release of cancer-causing chemicals in the air. For instance, exposure to benzene puts a person at risk of leukemia. Hence, if one is using any chemical or hair dye that has benzene in it, they should try to be extra careful. Furthermore, formaldehyde and garden or home pesticides are also known to put a person at risk of leukemia. Radon, too, puts one at risk of leukemia. Radon is a product of Uranium and is commonly found in soil and the rocks under the home. Studies prove that radon is found in all the 50 states of the country and in other parts of the world. So, whenever one uses any chemical, read the labels. If there are any particular instructions given on products, adhere to them. If the substances have particular leukemia-causing chemicals in it, wear a respirator and gloves.

Exposure to medical radiations
Exposure to medical radiations also puts one at risk of leukemia. However, at times, certain tests would be needed. Whenever one undergoes any tests wherein they’ll be exposed to radiations, they should ask their doctor a few important questions:

• Is this diagnostic or treatment procedure mandatory?
• Could the test be delayed to see if the symptoms are automatically resolved?
• Is there any alternative test that could be performed, which wouldn’t expose one to the radiation?

Asking these questions, and taking adequate measures to keep away from radiation as much as possible is an important tip to prevent leukemia.

Switch to a Mediterranean or a healthy diet
Studies prove that those who consumed the Mediterranean diet over a diet rich in fat were at a reduced risk of developing leukemia. 

Exercise and stay active
We have always heard the doctors and the experts say that we should switch to a more physically active lifestyle. Now, there are also studies that prove that exercising does reduce the potential risk of leukemia. 

Do not smoke
Smoking is a predominant risk factor of leukemia. So, try to keep away from cigarettes as much as possible.