Physical activity
European Code Against Cancer
About the module
8 minutes long
Interactive
Includes a final quiz
Includes links to references
About the lecturer
Dr Martin Wiseman
Medical and Scientific Adviser to the World Cancer Research Fund International, United Kingdom
Learning Objectives
- Recognize why physical inactivity is a leading global cause of preventable illness and death and cause of cancer in the world and the European Union (EU).
- Cite the attributable fraction due to physical inactivity in the EU.
- Describe the evidence on benefits of physical activity.
- Outline the available and effective interventions/policies around reducing physical inactivity.
This module is part of a comprehensive online learning curriculum on the European Code Against Cancer, 4th edition.
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The module
The European Code Against Cancer – 4A. Physical activity
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