Research shows that if you take up an active lifestyle and maintain it after being diagnosed with cancer you can actually reduce the chances of side effects. There's also evidence from these studies presented at ASCO that suggests taking up exercise and practicing yoga could also reduce your risk of the cancer returning. Andrew we've been focusing on medicines for cancer but I'm wondering whether you came across any non-medical interventions that also showed any promise.
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