Wilmot Cancer Institute
Coverage of Wilmot Cancer Institute in the Nexus archive.
- Cancer survivors saw major improvements in sleep and well-being with one weekly practice
A four-week yoga program significantly improved sleep, reduced fatigue, anxiety, and mood disturbances in 410 cancer survivors, according to a study led by the University of Rochester Medical Center. The Yoga for Cancer Survivors (YOCAS) program involved two weekly sessions of Gentle Hatha and Restorative yoga, breathing exercises, and mindfulness training, with participants reporting moderate-to-large improvements in well-being.
- Cancer-related brain fog may improve with 2 simple treatments, scientists say
A study by the University of Rochester found that a combination of low-dose ibuprofen and a home exercise program can help ease cognitive issues in cancer patients. The study involved 86 adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, who were randomly assigned to one of four groups. The results showed that exercise was linked to improvements in attention and cognitive function.