Post-treatment lifestyle choices influence long-term outcomes in breast cancer patients

Post-treatment lifestyle choices influence long-term outcomes in breast cancer patients

Three studies led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute researchers have encouraging implications for patients with breast cancer. Two studies focus on breastfeeding after breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. The studies found it was safe and feasible for young patients carrying specific genetic variations to breastfeed without raising their risk of a cancer recurrence or a cancer…

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Tips to encourage physical activity in our daily routines | Health

Tips to encourage physical activity in our daily routines | Health

Integrating physical activity into daily routine is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being as regular physical activity not only enhances cardiovascular fitness but also contributes to muscle strength, flexibility and endurance and physical exercise plays a crucial role in mental health, as it can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression while boosting mood through…

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Study: Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle after Bowel Cancer (HEAL ABC)—feasibility randomised controlled trial. Image Credit: Jo Panuwat D/Shutterstock.com

Lifestyle interventions in patients after colorectal cancer treatment

The intervention was feasible for 87% of intervention participants, supporting them in healthy lifestyle changes.  Study: Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle after Bowel Cancer (HEAL ABC)—feasibility randomised controlled trial. Image Credit: Jo Panuwat D/Shutterstock.com A recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition performed a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to test the practicality…

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