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Familial Breast Cancer Risk Lasts a Lifetime for Sisters
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Page: << Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 The researchers found that both recreational or on-the-job activity could reduce risk, and that moderate and vigorous exercise caused a similar reduction in risk. This review also found that activity performed after menopause was more effective in reducing risk.
Smith recommends that women exercise at least 20 minutes, three times a week, and preferably more. She said that during those 20 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise, the heart rate should consistently be above baseline.
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To learn more about breast cancer risk factors, visit the American Cancer Society.
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Last updated 5/13/2008
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SOURCES: Marie Reilly, Ph.D., professor of biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden; Julia Smith, M.D., director, Lynne Cohen Breast Cancer Preventative Care Program, New York University Cancer Institute and Bellevue Hospital, New York City; May 13, 2008, Journal of the National Cancer Institute; 2008 online, British Journal of Sports Medicine
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