[Resource] How sedentary behavior increases your risk of cancer
If you’re like the average Canadian, you sit for most of the day. A growing body of evidence supports a link between sedentary behaviour and an increased risk of colorectal cancer. The longer a person sits, the higher the risk.
"But I exercise regularly. I must have a lower risk of cancer even though I sit all day in my job."
Canadian adults spend almost 10 hours, approximately 60%, of their waking time being sedentary.
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By
Canadian Cancer Society
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Published
Jan 31, 2024
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Subject Area
- General Health and Wellness
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Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
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Category
- Evidence-based & emerging practices
- Toolkits
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