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Paper Spotlight: Remote Weight Loss Strategy for Breast Cancer Survivors
Mar 10, 2022
Researchers Jennifer Y. Sheng and Vered Stearns discuss a remote weight loss program for breast cancer survivors. They highlight the importance of weight management post-diagnosis, stating its impact on cancer recurrence and mortality rates. The podcast delves into the results of the POWER-Remote Trial, showing promising outcomes for participants. The discussion emphasizes the need for tailored obesity treatments and extended coverage for such interventions.
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- Weight management is crucial for breast cancer survivors to reduce the risk of recurrence and mortality.
- The Power Remote Intervention has shown success in assisting overweight and obese breast cancer survivors in achieving significant weight loss.
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Weight Management Crucial for Breast Cancer Survivors
Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for women diagnosed with breast cancer or those who have survived it, as weight gain after diagnosis can significantly increase the risk of breast cancer recurrence and related mortality. Research shows that medications, inactivity, and dietary factors can contribute to weight gain post-diagnosis. In response to this issue, researchers at Johns Hopkins developed the Power Remote Intervention, a 12-week program focusing on physical activity, nutrition education, and behavioral changes. Results from the study indicated that the remote weight loss program was effectively assisting overweight and obese breast cancer survivors in achieving significant weight loss.
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