Obesity, Inactivity As Common Among Cancer Survivors As Rest Of Canadians

“New research supported by the Canadian Cancer Society shows that many cancer survivors in Canada are overweight and inactive, which could put them at risk for health problems, including their cancer returning. ‘These findings tell us that we need to look at ways to better support cancer survivors to become more active and to maintain a healthy body weight,’ says Dr. Kerry Courneya, professor and Canada Research Chair at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, and affiliated scientist with the Centre for Behavioural Research and Program Evaluation. ‘We know that physical inactivity and obesity are risk factors for developing cancer. These are also risk factors for the recurrence of cancer. Lifestyle is just as important after diagnosis.’”


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