How to prevent acute leukaemia?

Acute leukemia (Acute Leukemia, AL) is a fast-paced blood and bone marrow cancer that is characterized by an abnormal increase in white cells and affects the generation of normal blood cells. Although the specific causes of acute leukaemia are not yet fully known, their risk can be reduced through a range of preventive measures. The following are some recommendations for the prevention of acute leukaemia:1. Avoiding exposure to harmful chemical substancesOccupational exposure: Avoid long-term exposure to harmful chemicals such as benzene and its derivatives, pesticides and pesticides. Workers in the chemical, paint and printing industries should be subject to strict protection measures.Environmental factors: Reduce exposure to radioactive materials and harmful industrial pollutants. For people living in areas with higher environmental pollution, indoor ventilation should be enhanced and air purification should be used.2. Reducing exposure to ionizing radiationMedical examination: Avoidance of unnecessary X-rays and other radioactive examinations. The medical doctor’s advice should be followed and protective measures taken with regard to the radiation examination that must be performed.Occupational protection: Persons engaged in radioactive work shall strictly observe operational protocols and wear personal protective equipment.3. Healthy lifestylesDiet: A balanced diet, with more fresh vegetables and fruits, and reduced intake of processed and high-fat foods. Studies have shown that food rich in antioxidants can help reduce cancer risks.Weight management: maintain healthy weight and avoid obesity. Obesity is associated with multiple cancers.Sports: Physical exercise is carried out regularly in appropriate quantities to improve health and improve immunity.Prohibition of smoking and alcohol: Smoking and overdrinking are both risk factors for cancer and should be avoided as much as possible.4. Genetic counselling and monitoringFamily history: If there is a history of acute leukemia or other blood disease in the family, genetic counselling is required to understand the risk of disease.Regular medical check-ups: For high-risk groups, regular blood tests should be conducted on a regular basis in order to detect anomalies at an early stage.Prevention of viral infections- Certain viral infections, such as the human T-cell leukaemia virus (HTLV) and the human herpes virus type 6 (HHV-6), are considered to have been associated with the occurrence of acute leukaemia. The following measures are therefore necessary to prevent the infection:(b) Personal hygiene: maintain good hygiene practices, such as hand-washing and avoiding close contact with those infected with the virus.Safe sex: Avoid unsafe sex and use condoms to reduce the risk of infection with sexually transmitted diseases.Vaccination: Inoculation against influenza and other recommended vaccines to prevent infections that may lead to the impairment of the immune system.6. Raising awareness of self-protectionUnderstanding diseases: Raising awareness of acute leukaemia through reading and attending health lectures.Psychiatry: Maintain optimism and reduce stress on life and work, as long-term stress can affect the immune system.7. Support for medical researchParticipation in research: Encourage and support medical research on acute leukaemia, including studies on causes, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.(c) Policy advocacy: to promote the development and implementation of government policies to reduce environmental pollution and improve occupational safety standards.Education and trainingPublic education: raising public awareness and prevention of acute leukaemia, including through the media and community activities.Professional training: Training for medical professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of acute leukaemia to improve early detection and treatment.9. Preventive measures for children and adolescentsChild protection: Children are more sensitive to certain harmful substances and special attention should be paid to protecting them from environmental pollution and harmful chemical substances.School education: Health education in schools to teach students how to protect themselves from harmful factors.ConclusionsThe prevention of acute leukaemia requires a wide range of efforts, including individual lifestyle adjustments, environmental protection, occupational safety, health education, etc. Although acute leukaemia cannot be fully prevented at present, the risk of disease can be reduced through the above measures. For the general public, awareness-raising about prevention, active participation in prevention activities and support for medical research are key to reducing the incidence of acute leukaemia.