NEJM This Week NEJM This Week — July 3, 2025
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Jul 2, 2025 Explore the powerful benefits of structured exercise for colon cancer survivors in boosting survival rates. Delve into the impact of climate change on health and discuss innovative strategies for treating obesity. Hear about the troubling trend of corporatization in U.S. healthcare and its effects on both patients and providers. A personal account reveals the emotional journey tied to an autopsy, examining the implications for medical practice. The conversation also touches on the anxiety faced by physicians in training while navigating the pressures of healthcare.
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Exercise Boosts Colon Cancer Survival
- Structured exercise after chemotherapy in colon cancer significantly improves disease-free survival.
- Exercise should be integrated into oncology care as a standard practice for better cancer outcomes.
Integrate Exercise Into Cancer Care
- Clinicians should refer cancer patients to community exercise programs and adapt cardiac rehab services.
- Embedding trained exercise counselors in oncology teams with insurance coverage is critical.
Tirzepatide Outperforms Semaglutide
- Tirzepatide leads to greater weight and waist circumference reduction than semaglutide in obesity treatment.
- Weight loss mechanisms differ between men and women, with implications for future therapy.
