Prevention & Recovery | Patient Resources

As part of a healthy lifestyle, exercise routines and increased movement specifically contribute to improved cardiovascular fitness, reduced systemic inflammation,2,3 and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Many different types of physical activities, from simple movement to high intensity, are all beneficial for heart health.  Fitness and the Healthy Heart
According to the American Heart Association, moderate and vigorous aerobic activity, muscle strengthening through resist...

Many oral health products, such as toothpaste and mouthwash, contain harmful ingredients. The mouth and gums are particularly susceptible to absorbing and transporting substances quickly into the bloodstream. In addition, some of the ingredients in oral health products can act locally to disrupt the natural balance of “good” and “bad” bacteria in our mouth, which can impact oral health. Which Products or Ingredients Should I Avoid?
Triclosan: Is an antibacterial and ...

New evidence from a large-scale study supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) suggests that omega-3 fatty acids could potentially reduce the risk of lung function decline. The study, published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, aimed to understand better the association between omega-3 fatty acids and lung health.  “We know a lot about the role of diet in cancer and cardiovascular diseases, but the role of diet in chronic lung disease ...

The cancer-research arm of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has classified the low-calorie sweetener aspartame as ‘possibly carcinogenic’. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in Lyon, France, said its decision, announced on 14 July, was based on limited evidence for liver cancer in studies on people and rodents. However, the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) said that recommended daily limits for consumption of the sweetener, found in ...

Physiotherapists have strong knowledge and skills to deal with many of the functional problems that result from cancer treatment. The role of physiotherapy spans from cancer prevention to palliative and end-of-life care. Physiotherapeutic interventions offer a solution for many of the impairments experienced by patients living with and beyond cancer, such as declines in physical function and quality of life. Specialised physiotherapeutic interventions can manage complex cancer-related side ...