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Daily exercise can increase cancer survival for men
28 May 2008 17:09:32
Swedish researchers at the Karolinska Institute examined the effects of physical activity on cancer risk in men aged between 45 and 79. They observed the lifestyle habits of 40,708 men from central Sweden.
Over seven years, 3,714 developed cancer and 1,153 died from the illness. The scientists found men who did half an hour's walking or cycling a day had a 34 per cent lower risk of dying from cancer than those who did less or no exercise at all.
Lead author of the study, Professor Alicja Wolk, said: "These results clearly show for the first time, the effect that very simple and basic daily exercise such as walking or cycling has in reducing cancer death risk in middle-age and elderly men."
Professor Wolk called the data "promising" and hoped to further explore the role exercise plays in preventing cancer in the future.
The findings were published in the British Journal of Cancer yesterday (May 26th). Dr Lesley Walker of Cancer Research UK welcomed the findings. She said: "It's encouraging to see research that helps us understand in more detail what steps men can take to reduce risk of cancer."
Cancer Research UK advises not smoking, maintaining body weight, a sensible diet and regular exercise as key to a healthy life.
The study results arrive before National Men’s Health Week (June 9th to 15th), which hopes to encourage men to take advantage of health initiatives available at work.
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