A landmark trial has found that exercise can reduce the risk of cancer patients dying by a third, stop tumors coming back, and is even more effective than many drugs. The study, which involved 889 colon cancer patients from six countries, showed that a structured exercise regime after treatment can dramatically reduce the risk of dying, disease recurrence, or new cancers developing. Patients who began an exercise program had a 37% lower risk of death and a 28% lower risk of recurrent or new cancers compared to those who received only health advice. The findings suggest that oncologists should consider recommending a structured exercise program after surgery to improve people’s chances of survival.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jun/01/exercise-better-than-drugs-after-cancer-treatment-international-trial-finds