A recent survey revealed that 25 percent of Brits believe getting cancer is decided by 'fate'. Surprisingly, smokers were 50 percent more likely to blame fate for getting cancer.

The survey, involving 4,000 Britons, was conducted by the charity Cancer Research United Kingdom.

Dr. Lesley Walker, director of cancer information at the charity, said: "It is alarming that such a large percentage of the British population do not realize that half of all cases of cancer can be prevented by lifestyle changes."

"We can all reduce our risk of cancer by stopping smoking, keeping a healthy weight and eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables and taking plenty of exercise," Walker added in a press release.