Cancer

An abnormal or uncontrolled cellular proliferation which is not coordinated with an organism's requirements for normal tissue growth, replacement or repair.

50 recommendations

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Diet

Alcohol

Substance abuse linked to worse cancer pain outcomes

AvoidCaution

2 studies

Actions

Physical activity

Regular physical activity reduces cancer incidence, mortality, and improves survivor quality of life

Suggested

6 studies

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Mindfulness-based stress reduction improves quality of life and reduces emotional distress in cancer patients

Suggested

3 studies

Massage

Therapeutic massage reduces pain, anxiety, and fatigue in cancer patients

Suggested

2 studies

Moderate-intensity aerobic exercise

Aim for 150 minutes weekly of moderate aerobic exercise during cancer care

Suggested

2 studies

Smoking cessation

Quitting tobacco reduces cancer death risk by 23% and improves long-term survival

Avoid

2 studies

Stress management

Stress management supports immune function and symptom control in cancer patients

Suggested

2 studies

Weight management

Maintaining healthy body weight reduces cancer mortality risk by up to 11%

Suggested

2 studies

Red Flags

Depressive symptoms

Persistent depressive symptoms in cancer patients require prompt professional evaluation and intervention

See Doctor SoonUrgent

5 studies

Delirium symptoms

Delirium in advanced cancer requires urgent palliative care referral and emergency response

Urgent

2 studies