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February 2011 PMID 21205749

Physical activity and survival after prostate cancer diagnosis in the health professionals follow-up study.

Stacey A Kenfield, Meir J Stampfer, Edward Giovannucci, June M Chan

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Peak: 1 in Sep 2021
across 5 sources since Sep 2021

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What people are saying

The discussions collectively highlight the importance of physical activity, particularly vigorous exercises and group activities, as a way to improve survival rates, using practical suggestions like forming walking groups to reflect engagement and motivation. The tone is supportive and focused on actionable insights, indicating a moderate but meaningful influence on public health behaviors.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most comments agree with the study's findings that increased physical activity, especially vigorous exercise, benefits prostate cancer survival.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show mild interest, with posts highlighting practical activities like brisk walking and forming walking groups.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect some active engagement, such as suggesting actions (forming walking groups) and emphasizing the significance of the findings.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest a moderate impact, promoting physical activity as an important health strategy for men with prostate cancer without deeply exploring broader implications.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined 2705 men with nonmetastatic prostate cancer and found that increased physical activity after diagnosis is linked to lower risks of both overall death and prostate cancer-specific death.
  • Men who engaged in at least 90 minutes of brisk walking weekly or 3 hours of vigorous activities like biking or jogging had significantly reduced mortality risks, with vigorous activity showing a particularly strong effect.
  • Overall, staying physically active, especially with vigorous exercises before and after diagnosis, can significantly improve survival rates for men with prostate cancer.]
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Silvano Zanuso, PhD
@WellnessRemarks · X

J. Clin. Onc. Physical Activity and Survival After Prostate Cancer In men with PCa, PA was associated with lower overall mortality and PCa mortality. A modest amount of vigorous activity for 3 hours a week may substantially improve PCa-specific survival https://t.co/9y2z9ucQ5Q https://t.co/eFTGHaEqtU

Jan 4, 2022 · 1 like · 80 followers View post →
|| AOL Tarun ||
@tarundsnaol · X

RT @HSPHCancerEpi: A6 Form a walking group - brisk walking can lower prostate cancer mortality http://t.co/0abu6jbdUM #pcfchat

Sep 23, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,320 followers View post →

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Silvano Zanuso, PhD
@WellnessRemarks · X

J. Clin. Onc. Physical Activity and Survival After Prostate Cancer In men with PCa, PA was associated with lower overall mortality and PCa mortality. A modest amount of vigorous activity for 3 hours a week may substantially improve PCa-specific survival https://t.co/9y2z9ucQ5Q https://t.co/eFTGHaEqtU

Jan 4, 2022 · 1 like · 80 followers View post →
|| AOL Tarun ||
@tarundsnaol · X

RT @HSPHCancerEpi: A6 Form a walking group - brisk walking can lower prostate cancer mortality http://t.co/0abu6jbdUM #pcfchat

Sep 23, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,320 followers View post →