Tag: cancer survivorship

VIDEO: Cancer Exercise and Exercise as Therapy to Improve Outcomes https://youtu.be/XhtYO220sXY?si=jCCHmi1JMWmgPPNi From Cancer to Sepsis: Exercise as an immunoregulatory therapy to improve disease outcomes  Speaker: Graeme Koelwyn, PhD Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University in Vancouver Host: Meihong Deng, MD Associate Professor, Institute…

How Does Exercise Minimize Cancer Treatment Side-Effects? Exercise can play a significant role in minimizing the side effects of cancer treatment in several ways: Reduced Fatigue: Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy often cause fatigue. Regular exercise has been shown to improve energy levels and reduce…

How is Exercise "Medicine" for Cancer Prevention & Treatment? Exercise can be considered a form of "medicine" for cancer in several ways, as it can have numerous positive effects on cancer prevention, treatment, and overall well-being. While exercise is not a replacement for traditional cancer treatments like surgery,…

Exercise Can Be an Essential Component in Managing Treatment Side Effects for Cancer Patients Exercise can be an essential component in managing treatment side effects for cancer patients. While it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional before starting an exercise regimen, when done correctly, exercise can…

Exercise and Cancer Survivorship - The Next Step "Cancer survivorship - it's not really about getting back to normal, but really it is establishing what their 'new' normal looks like." Exercise and Cancer Survivorship – The Next Step If you have personally gone through cancer surgery/treatment, you will…

Exercise and Cancer Survivorship – The Next Step If you have personally gone through cancer surgery/treatment, you will understand what I am about to share with you. At the end of active treatment, many survivors often have mixed emotions that range from relief that their treatment is over…