Br J Cancer: Research on the correlation between physical activity, grip strength, sedentary behavior and the risk of malignant melanoma

Physical activity is a protective factor to prevent various cancer risks, and the strongest evidence is shown in the prevention of colon cancer and breast cancer .

Previous prospective cohort studies have shown that there is a positive correlation between physical exercise and the risk of malignant melanoma, and this correlation may be confused with ultraviolet radiation (UV).

The researchers analyzed the data of 350,512 participants between the ages of 38-73 in the UK Biobank, used a modified version of the International Sports Activity Questionnaire to assess the participants’ physical activity status, and used a hand dynamometer Grip strength was measured, and participants’ sedentary behavior habits were recorded through three specific questions.

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All in all, the results of the study reveal that physical activity, grip strength, and sedentary behavior are not associated with the risk of malignant melanoma.