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I found this interesting article about research being done on how exercise may make tumors respond more favorably to treatment. They believe that exercise will increase the blood flow and oxygen into the tumor area. Tumors are areas that are low in oxygen, so they are more resistant to radiotherapy treatment and more likely to metastasize. The increase of blood flow and oxygen from exercise will make the tumors respond better to treatment therapies. Here is a link to the full article, cancer.org/research.
Cancer has impacted the lives of many people. Chances are you know somebody that has been diagnosed for some type of cancer. Last year, I had an old friend of mine pass away from colon cancer. To honor his memory, I volunteer for the Road to Recovery program with the American Cancer Society. This program provides rides for individuals to their chemo and radiation therapy appointments. Often times it can be a struggle for their caretakers, or they don't have anyone, to take them to their treatment appointments. This program provides them with rides to their treatments at no cost. It is a very worthwhile program and they are always in need of volunteer drivers. So, if you have the time, please volunteer.
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