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Physical activity and cancer outcomes research

Overview

Research indicates that physical activity can reduce cancer risk and improve survival rates. A clinical trial involving more than 1,700 colorectal cancer patients showed that a three-year exercise program led to a lower likelihood of disease recurrence.

Experts suggest exercise increases immune cell activity and can lower inflammation and insulin levels. Beyond physical benefits, activity during treatment may alleviate fatigue, anxiety, and depression, while potentially mitigating “chemo brain” by improving blood flow and supporting cognitive processes.

Entities

MD Anderson Cancer Center · National Institutes of Health · Karen Basen-Engquist · Christopher Booth · Nature Mental Health

Timeline

  1. [HEALTH] 5 sources
    Physical activity linked to reduced cancer risk and improved survival

    Research shows physical activity can lower cancer risk, improve survival rates, and mitigate side effects like fatigue and cognitive difficulties during treatment.

  2. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Physical activity may reduce depression severity linked to genetic risk

    Research shows physical activity can reduce depression severity in genetically predisposed individuals, while clinicians explore alternatives like brain stimulation for treatment-resistant cases.

Sources

arynews.tv · danas.rs · ekran.mk · ordinacija.vecernji.hr · radiotitograd.me · slovenskenovice.si · time.news