Age-related differences in exercise and quality of life among breast cancer survivors

Authors :: Harrison, Sheree A.
Hayes, Sandra C.
Newman, Beth
Source :: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Jan, 2010, Vol. 42 Issue 1, 67-74
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: A population-based study is conducted to explain the various age-related differences observed in the physical activity levels and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) observed in breast cancer patients. Younger women engaging in physical activities are shown to exhibit a higher HRQol, as compared to the older women.

Subjects :: Aging -- Influence
Breast cancer -- Care and treatment
Cancer patients -- Health aspects
Cancer patients -- Influence
Exercise -- Health aspects
Logistic regression -- Usage
Middle aged women -- Health aspects
Middle aged women -- Comparative analysis
Quality of life -- Analysis
Young women -- Comparative analysis
Young women -- Health aspects
Health
Sports and fitness

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