There is a consistent pattern that, of the cancers common to men and women, men are more likely to be diagnosed with cancer and also die from their cancer than women. In particular, men are more likely to be diagnosed with bowel cancer, melanoma and lung cancer than women. While these are some of the most common cancers, they are also among the most preventable. Unfortunately, men are more likely to smoke, be overweight or obese, not use sun protection and drink excessive alcohol, at least one of which are known to increase the risk of being diagnosed with each of these cancers.