University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine (May 2015)

Promoting physical activity in adolescent cancer survivors

  • Amanda Wurz,
  • Jennifer Brunet

DOI
https://doi.org/10.18192/uojm.v5i1.1279
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 5, no. 1

Abstract

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Self-management strategies, such as physical activity, have been identified to help young cancer survivors reduce or control the side effects that accompany modern cancer therapies whilst improving their overall quality of life. Despite the known benefits of physical activity, the majority of young cancer survivors not meeting recommended guidelines. In this article, we discuss knowledge translation activities that are taking place across Canada to develop and disseminate resources to healthcare providers in an effort to improve physical activity counselling, and ultimately participation for adolescent cancer survivors.

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