Episode 7

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6th Apr 2021

Overcoming the impact of cancer treatment with exercise

Cancer treatment impacts greatly impacts the physical treatment.  This podcast begins with young adults sharing their experiences of physical deconditioning, regaining strength and exercises role in helping cope with cancer.

(13:30) Natalie Burse, cancer exercise researcher and breast cancer survivor.

(18:40) Dr. Pooja Rao and Jared Heitzenrater discuss the AYA UNITE exercise and oncology study.

(25:58) Drs. Katie Schmitz and Maxime Caru outline exercise’s benefits for cancer patients and the upcoming PAPAYA studies.

(34:00) Questions and answers.

For more information about the ONE Group, visit www.research.med.psu.edu/oncology-nutrition-exercise or email ONEgroup@phs.psu.edu

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Life on Pause
Life On Pause is a podcast for and by young adults living with cancer. Each month, young adult cancer patients from Penn State Health share honestly about their cancer diagnosis, treatment and life afterwards. As cancer causes the group to reflect on issues both large and small, surprisingly relatable stories and themes emerge. From relationships to body functions, nothing is off the table.