How Associate Professor Mei Ling Yap puts cancer prevention into practice

This article was originally published by Stephen Lunn, The Australian on 29 August. Licensed by Copyright Agency. Do not copy this work without permission.

Associate Professor Mei Ling Yap , a radiation oncologist and Head of the Cancer Program at The George Institute for Global Health, shares how she applies the latest evidence on cancer prevention to her own life. From diet and exercise to sun safety and reducing environmental risks, she takes a practical, evidence-based approach to protecting her health and her family's wellbeing. She avoids smoking and excess alcohol, stays up to date with cancer screening, and builds her routine around fitness, family and healthy daily habits. Read the full article to discover what she eats, how she exercises, and the simple lifestyle changes she's made to help reduce long-term cancer risk.