Month: January 2016

Alcohol May Increase Cancer Risk More and more studies are agreeing alcohol may increase cancer risk, certain cancers more than others. Alcohol is a legal, sedative drug which changes the way we feel. Pure alcohol is a colorless, odorless and inflammable fluid that does not contain any nutrients…

Cancer Survivors Exercise Class starting Jan. 6 DeWitt — The Jewish Community Center has announced they will be offering a Cancer Survivors Exercise Class starting Jan. 6 at their fitness center on 5655 Thompson Road in DeWitt. The class will be held three times a week as follows: Wednesdays…

Lymphedema Precautions By Andrea Leonard The amount of lymphatic fluid that is transported through the affected area is directly related to the amount of blood flow to those areas. Heavy lifting with the affected arm, extreme climatic temperatures, extreme water temperatures (when bathing, showering, or hot tubs and…

Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Patients Andrea Leonard In 1996, the first Surgeon General’s report on physical activity and health was published. This included the currently accepted public health recommendations for physical activity for general health; 20 minutes of moderate intensity activity - such as brisk walking -…