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Exercise Cuts Colon Cancer Recurrence by 28% in Study

6/14/2025

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A pioneering clinical trial from Queen’s University and Kingston Health Sciences Centre has revealed that a structured exercise program can dramatically enhance long-term outcomes for colon cancer patients. With 889 participants, the study reported a remarkable 28% drop in cancer recurrence and a 37% reduction in mortality risk, underscoring the transformative power of exercise in the journey of recovery.

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A pioneering clinical trial from Queen’s University and Kingston Health Sciences Centre has revealed that a structured exercise program can dramatically enhance long-term outcomes for colon cancer patients. With 889 participants, the study reported a remarkable 28% drop in cancer recurrence and a 37% reduction in mortality risk, underscoring the transformative power of exercise in the journey of recovery.