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New research shows prolonged sedentary behavior increases risk of cancer
By Keenan Smith at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 9, 2026
· 4 min read
For many of us, sitting is just part of the day, when you're at work, in the car, in meetings or on the couch. But new research suggests the health risk may not be sitting alone, it may be how long we sit without getting up, and even people who work out on the regular may need to think about how ...
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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