Background:

Cancers are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and the number of new cases is expected to rise significantly over the next decades. According to the World Health Organization, between 30-50% of all cancer cases could be prevented mainly through healthy lifestyle choices, such as diet and physical activity. A healthy diet and engaging in regular physical activity are not only established risk factors for cancer incidence but they are also important after the diagnosis of cancer.

In this context, ICO brought together a panel of experts who specialize in the mechanisms of nutrition and exercise science on cancer. The overall aim of the workshop was to analyze and discuss the current research on diet, nutrition, physical activity and its influence on the prevention and management of cancer in patients and survivors.
During the workshop, the panel of experts provided background information and the latest research on key questions and ongoing controversies in the field. Future research directions and implications will be discussed.

 

Highlights and main conclusions from the event will be summarized in a scientific report published and freely accessible via the Onconet website https://www.onconet-sudoe.eu/en/ in the results section.

Approximately 60 people attended the workshop on March 14th, 2019 which included 9 speakers and two round table disscussions.