Exercise Boosts Colon Cancer Survival Rates


Exercise Boosts Colon Cancer Survival Rates

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Exercise Boosts Colon Cancer Survival Rates

A new study looked at exercise and cancer. The study showed that exercise can help people with colon cancer. It helped them live longer and kept the cancer away longer.

Experts think exercise is very good for cancer survivors. They think it should be a normal part of care. People can exercise after treatment to help stop cancer from returning.

The study compared two groups of people. One group had an exercise program, another group got a booklet. This new study gives very good proof that exercise helps.

The study followed many patients with colon cancer for years. Half got information, half worked with a coach. The coaches helped people find ways to exercise more.

The people who exercised had fewer cancers and deaths. Exercise can be a cheap way to help people. Researchers will look at blood to learn why exercise helps prevent cancer.


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What did the new study find about exercise and colon cancer?

The study showed that exercise can help people with colon cancer live longer and keep the cancer away longer.

What do experts think about exercise for cancer survivors?

Experts think exercise is very good for cancer survivors and should be a normal part of care.

What did the study compare?

The study compared two groups of people: one group had an exercise program, and the other group got a booklet.


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