Now is a good time to practice moderation. If you smoke, make the effort to quit: always a positive step for health. If you drink alcohol, limit consumption – and follow any alcohol-related precautions on your prescriptions. Also allow adequate time for rest and avoid pulling all-nighters or working 24/7. But don’t think having cancer will squelch your career: according to research, most cancer survivors keep pace at the office*. In fact, keeping up the normal routine provides stability.

*Based on research cited by the National Cancer Institute.