Based on our research in physical activity and cancer, we identify prevention as the most effective long-term approach to improving health outcomes. We argue that equitable, community-led preventative measures are essential to reducing deaths from cancer, which remains one of the UK’s leading causes of mortality.
Drawing on our innovative research, the report sets out how physical activity can help drive the UK Government’s prevention ambitions, reduce health inequalities, and support economic growth.
Richard Gettings is an embedded researcher on our Doncaster Health Determinants Research Collaboration. He was recently part of a team that designed and organised the first Doncaster Muslim Wellness Conference. Richard has written for AWRC Voices about the circumstances that led to the development of the conference, some of the challenges faced, and its underpinning philosophies.
Eirini recently joined us from Greece as part of a new fellowship exchange programme led by Yorkshire Cancer Research to advance global understanding of the benefits of exercise on cancer treatment.
