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Exercise Program Significantly Improves Survival Rates for Colon Cancer Patients

A groundbreaking study shows that a structured exercise program can reduce cancer recurrence and improve survival rates in colon cancer patients post-treatment.


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A recent international study found that a three-year structured exercise program for colon cancer survivors led to a 28% reduction in cancer recurrence and a 37% decrease in mortality. Conducted across multiple countries, the trial involved 889 patients who either participated in the exercise program or received standard health advice. The findings suggest that exercise should be integrated into post-treatment care for colon cancer patients, as it offers benefits comparable to some cancer drugs without the associated side effects. Experts advocate for exercise coaching to become a standard part of cancer recovery.

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The articles highlight recent advancements in colorectal cancer treatment, emphasizing lifestyle changes and new drug therapies as effective interventions.

Exercise is portrayed as a powerful tool for cancer patients, significantly reducing the risk of recurrence and improving outcomes.

Personal success stories illustrate the transformative impact of structured exercise on cancer recovery and overall well-being.

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‘Now I do weight training’: how exercise helped one patient stay free of cancer
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"…The trial found patients had a 37% lower risk of death and a 28% lower risk of their cancer coming back or new cancers developing, compared with patients who received only health advice."

New research presents promising findings on colorectal cancer treatment and prevention
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"…New studies presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology offer promising findings for both pharmaceutical and lifestyle interventions, including the impact of diet and exercise."

Exercise may benefit colon cancer patients as much as some drugs
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"…The exciting part of this is that it really does confirm the evidence that those who exercise after their diagnosis of colon cancer can lower their risk of recurrence and increase their survival."

Exercise boosts survival rates in colon cancer patients, study shows
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"…After eight years, the people in the structured exercise program not only became more active than those in the control group but also had 28% fewer cancers and 37% fewer deaths from any cause."

Exercise Boosts Survival Rates in Colon Cancer Patients, Study Shows
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"…After eight years, the people in the structured exercise program not only became more active than those in the control group but also had 28% fewer cancers and 37% fewer deaths from any cause."

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