Body weight and general health among female breast cancer survivors
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Qiuping (Pearl) Zhou, PhD, RN, School of Nursing, George Washington University, Ashburn, Virginia, USA; Kathleen Griffith, PhD; Sherrie Wallington, PhD -- School of Nursing, George Washington University, Washington DC, USA
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Overweight and obese breast cancer survivors reported lower general health than women with normal weight. Significant predictors for perceived fair poor health include number of comorbidities income, education, and physical activities or excise in the past 30 days.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
Type | Presentation |
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Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
Format | Text-based Document |
Evidence Level | N/A |
Research Approach | N/A |
Keywords | Obesity; Breast Cancer Survivors; General Health |
Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
Location | Washington, DC, USA |
Date | 2019 |
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