Why it matters:
The link between nutrition and cancer includes factors such as diets, the quality of food, obesity, protective nutrients, alcohol intake, cooking methods, and personal elements like genetics and lifestyle choices.
The big picture:
The congress aims to promote information sharing and strategies to address the growing prevalence of non-communicable diseases, focusing on the vital link between nutrition and cancer prevention.
As non-communicable diseases continue to pose significant health challenges globally, this congress represents a proactive step by the Iranian military health sector to address these issues through education and collaboration among medical professionals.
What he's saying:
Key figures at the event, including Brigadier General Amir Nezami Asl and Mohsen Rajai Nejad, emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in tackling health challenges and the role of nutrition in disease prevention.
Key points:
- The congress is organized by the Iranian Army's Health and Medical Education Department.
- Attendees include high-ranking military health officials and medical researchers.
- The focus is on sharing knowledge to prevent and control the spread of non-communicable diseases.
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