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Visualization of Intensity Levels to Reduce the Gap Between Self-Reported and Directly Measured Physical Activity
Published on: March 7, 2019
Physical activity and cancer control
Kerry S Courneya1, Christine M Friedenreich
1Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, University of Alberta, E-488 Van Vliet Center, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2H9. kerry.courneya@ualberta.ca
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|November 21, 2007
Summary
Physical activity (PA) research has advanced significantly across the cancer control continuum. Healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, need to understand PA's role throughout cancer care.
Area of Science:
- Integrative oncology
- Cancer survivorship
- Public health
Background:
- Physical activity (PA) is increasingly recognized for its role in cancer prevention and management.
- Existing cancer control frameworks provide a structure for understanding PA's impact.
- Recent research highlights significant progress in PA's application across the cancer continuum.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize recent advancements in physical activity research within cancer control.
- To provide an updated overview of physical activity's role across the entire cancer continuum.
Main Methods:
- Review of established cancer control frameworks.
- Analysis of physical activity and cancer research published within the last five years.
Main Results:
- Substantial scientific progress has been observed in physical activity research across multiple cancer control categories.
- Gaps in research and application remain in certain areas of the cancer continuum.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity research has shown major advances, impacting various stages of cancer control.
- Nurses require a thorough understanding of physical activity's potential benefits throughout the cancer patient journey.
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