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Cancer screening at an early stage, before it has had a chance to spread, is an incredibly high factor in a patient’s chances for survival. Although the symptoms of early cancer are hard to spot, early detection does lead to a greater number of treatment options, the possibility for less invasive surgery and generally higher survival rates. Recently, early diagnosis of cancer that was still localized meant a five-year survival rate of almost 50% of patients.

Unfortunately, though, no proven screening tests for lung cancer exist which significantly improves the chance of survival from or detection of the disease in a localized form. Nevertheless, methods to develop screening for the early detection of this cancer need to occur because symptoms at an early stage are so subtle, if apparent at all. Only in the late stages of this cancer do symptoms such as persistent coughing, chest pain, voice changes, and recurring pneumonia or bronchitis arise.

With such low detection rates, it is then especially important to avoid habits or chemicals which may lead to this particularly difficult-to-spot cancer. Besides obvious lifestyle choices, like choosing not to smoke, there are other precautions one can take to minimize the risk of developing this cancer, such as knowing what chemicals may be lurking in and around your home, avoiding them or having them professionally removed. Of course, if you do have any worries, then it is also worth visiting a cancer treatment centre, such as Cancer Treatment Mexico (https://www.cancertreatmentmexico.com/).

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Having oily skin can leave your face looking shiny and lead to frequent breakouts, but there are steps you can take to improve it.

Banish the Grease

If you have oily skin, there are certain things which can exacerbate it, meaning you constantly have a greasy sheen on your face and are more prone to blackheads and spots. Apart from genetics, these include your environment, hormones, daily activity and your skincare regime. Fortunately, there are products you can use to bring back a luminous look.

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Find the Right Cleanser

The NHS says that someone with oily skin should avoid oil-based products and use water-based ones. You should also stay away from any products containing alcohol and find a gentle formula cleanser which doesn’t strip your skin’s natural oil. While you don’t want excess oil, you also don’t want to strip the skin.

Cleanse your face twice a day – in the morning and before bed. If you use a toner, only use it on oily areas such as around the nose and on your forehead and chin, as it could lead to dry patches. If the oil builds up between cleansings, you can use a medicated pad or facial blotting paper to remove it, but don’t scrub or wipe – simply pat the skin gently.

Don’t Forget to Moisturise

Oily skin sufferers may be tempted not to moisturise in the mistaken belief that it will lead to more grease, but it’s important to moisturise after cleansing. Take care, …

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