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Topic- Cancer
Stats: Only 24% of cancer clinical trials participants are 70+
Partly due to ageism and systemic barriers, older adults with cancer are left out of innovative trials testing new drugs that could benefit or harm them, according to a study led by City of Hope, Duarte, California. The authors have advice for clinicians on how to open clinical trials to older adults. Active-aging organizations can help by encouraging members and residents to participate in these trials. Right now, only 24% of clinical trials include adults ages 70 and older, whereas that age group represents 42% of the cancer population.
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Breast cancer survivors who exercise regularly live longer
Following physical activity guidelines from the US Department of Health and Human Services can improve clinical outcomes for women with high-risk breast cancer - i.e., breast cancer that is likely to recur or spread. The latest guidelines recommend engaging in at least 2.5 to 5 hours of moderate-intensity physical activity or 1.25 to 2.5 hours of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity weekly. The study shows that breast cancer survivors can participate, as well, with life-prolonging effects.
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Cardio fitness linked to lung, colorectal cancer risk, survival
Higher cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with a lower risk of lung and colorectal cancer, and a lower risk of mortality among those who are diagnosed with the disease, compared to adults with low fitness levels.
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Healthy diets linked to lower cancer risk
Following a diet such as the one recommended by the World Cancer Research Fund/American Institute for Cancer Research (WCRF/AICR), engaging in regular physical activity and minimizing alcohol consumption together are associated with a reduced overall cancer risk, as well as lower breast, prostate and colorectal cancer risks, researchers say. The WCRF/AICR diet emphasizes whole grains, vegetables, fruits and legumes, and minimal amounts of red and processed meats, extra sugars, fast food and alcohol.
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Walking can reduce breast cancer risk after menopause
Postmenopausal women who are very active or walk at least 7 hours a week have a reduced risk for breast cancer, reveals a recently published study.
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Fitness in midlife may lower men's risk of cancer
Is there a relationship between cardiovascular fitness and cancer? A research team noted that few studies had looked for a connection. To understand the results of their analysis, keep in mind that a metabolic equivalent (MET) is defined as 1 kcal/kg/hour, or about the energy cost of sitting quietly. Without taking age or physical condition into account, walking around the house is about 2.0 METs and walking down stairs is about 3.5 METs (Compendium of Physical Activities 2011).
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