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Regular Physical Activity May Extend Life

Regular exercise at even low levels of activity may add years to life, according to a new NCI-funded study of more than 650,000 middle-age adults. More physical activity and lower body weight corresponded to longer life expectancy, but gains were seen even among those who were obese and only exercised moderately.

•	NCI press release: Leisure-time physical activity may extend life as much as 4.5 years
•	Energy Balance: Weight and Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet

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Frederick National Lab: Flexible Partnering for More Rapid Discoveries

The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, part of NCI, has the flexibility to design partnerships with other government researchers and the private sector that offer unique opportunities for collaboration, intellectual exchange, and discovery.

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•	The Advanced Technology Research Facility

Quit Smoking — Your Lungs and Your Loved Ones Will Thank You

In 2012, more than 226,000 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer. The best protection against lung cancer is to not smoke. If you're a smoker, try these tools to help you quit.

•	Visit Smokefree.gov for support and information
•	Download NCI QuitPal, a free mobile app
•	NCI fact sheet: Harms of Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting

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