Leukemia is a type of blood cancer. There are three primary blood cells – white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. So, leukemia is the cancer of the WBCs. The role of the WBC is to protect the body from all foreign substances. When a person has leukemia, the WBCs do not perform the function they are supposed to. How do we prevent that?

• Quit smoking
  You already know smoking is a risk factor for several different types of cancers and health disorders. Smoking can also aggravate your risk of complications from the medical procedures and lower the healing rate. So, when you leave smoking, the body gets into a self-repair mode. Further quitting can also boost your immunity and help you fight leukemia. Moreover, if you are already undergoing treatment for leukemia, quitting smoking can increase treatment speed. 

• Lower your risk of infections
  To reduce the risk of leukemia, you should avoid exposure to different viruses and bacteria. For this, you should keep the following tips in mind. 
  • Avoid large crowds, especially during the flu and the cold season. 
  • Get immunization against diseases like pneumonia and flu.
  • Wash your hands properly before and after eating. Hand washing is a great way to prevent catching the flu and cold. It is best to carry a hand sanitizer with you at all times. 

• Exercise regularly
  If you do not exercise enough, you must start already. Exercising brings in a range of health benefits, which reduce your risk of developing leukemia. It can also be a healthy lifestyle change for people who have leukemia. Exercising can help you deal with the emotional and physical stress that the disease brings. Further, exercising every day will improve your energy levels, boost your immune system, and keep your spirits high. When you exercise every day, your emotional outlook improves. If needed, you can hire a personal trainer who can help you set and materialize your goals. However, do not over-train your body while exercising. 

• Eat a nutritious diet
  Being overweight is one of the risk factors for developing leukemia. So, for maintaining optimum body weight, you should eat a healthy and balanced diet. It is particularly crucial for people who have cancer. The cancer is going to hamper your appetite negatively. Thus, it is essential to make the best of the calories that you eat. However, to lose weight, you should not engage in any fad diet. A proper mix of healthy eating and workout can keep you healthy.  
• Avoid contact with chemicals
  There are certain chemicals, which put you at risk of leukemia. At all times, you must avoid exposure to these chemicals. These include toxic chemicals, such as formaldehyde and benzene. If you are aware of the presence of these chemicals in your environment, wear a mask. 

So, these are the vital preventive measures for leukemia.