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Walking Reduces Fatigue in Colon Cancer Patients: Study

1/8/2026

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A study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting finds that regular physical activity, especially walking, reduces fatigue in colon cancer patients.
Researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center analyzed data from more than 1,700 patients and found that walking six to twelve months after diagnosis improved fatigue and quality of life.
The findings are preliminary; starting an exercise regimen soon after treatment may aid long-term symptom relief.

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A study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting finds that regular physical activity, especially walking, reduces fatigue in colon cancer patients.
Researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center analyzed data from more than 1,700 patients and found that walking six to twelve months after diagnosis improved fatigue and quality of life.
The findings are preliminary; starting an exercise regimen soon after treatment may aid long-term symptom relief.