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Exercising regularly in the three years after treatment for a common cancer could significantly improve survival rates, an international study has revealed.

In the research, a total of 889 colon cancer patients who had undergone surgery and had also received chemotherapy were divided into two groups.

One group was enrolled in a structured group exercise program for a three-year period and a second group received educational health materials, according to a study press release.

SIMPLE DIETARY CHANGE COULD LOWER YOUR RISK OF COLON CANCER, STUDY SAYS

Led by coaches, the exercise group was permitted to choose their own type of moderate-intensity exercise, such as walking or pickleball. The overall goal was to add 2 ½ hours of activity per week.

At the eight-year mark,

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