It is a well-known fact that exercise promotes health. What isn't as well-known, however, is how much exercise can contribute to the prevention and reduction of side effects related to cancer treatments, as shown by research from the new group leader at the Netherlands Cancer Institute, Anne May. Exercise therapy is currently still quite limited in availability in oncological hospitals and is only covered by supplementary insurance in the Netherlands. "When we consider the benefits that exercise can offer cancer patients, I believe we should consider it a form of medication that can be part of treatment."
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