Leisure-Time Physical Activity and Cancer Mortality Among Cancer Survivors - PubMed
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- Study examines the association between leisure-time physical activity (MVPA) and cancer mortality among survivors of seven less commonly studied cancers.
- Pooled data from six cohorts involving 17,141 cancer survivors (mean age 67, 60% female) with a mean follow-up of 10.9 years.
- Low amounts of MVPA (>0 to <7.5 MET-h/wk) linked to lower cancer mortality in bladder, endometrial, and lung cancer survivors.
- Higher MVPA (>15 MET-h/wk) associated with reduced mortality in oral and rectal cancer survivors.
- Meeting MVPA guidelines post-diagnosis reduced mortality risk in lung and rectal cancer survivors, even if inactive before diagnosis.
- Findings emphasize the importance of promoting physical activity for longevity and health in cancer survivors.