On the 7th day of every month, NewsChannel 7 and the American Cancer Society partner to bring you important information about how to prevent cancer.

This month we're also focusing on how to live well.

The "Great American Get Active And Eat Right Challenge" encourages people to live a healthy life to help prevent cancer.

According to the American Cancer Society, regular physical exercise and eating nutrient-rich foods significantly lowers your risk of getting cancer.

But to prevent death, it's also important to undergo regular screenings.

"We suggest that people have regular screenings by a health care professional to help find cancer early when it's easier to treat," says Kristin Somers with the American Cancer Society.

She also recommends you avoid using tobacco and maintain a healthy weight to lower your risk.