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What are the health effects of prolonged sitting?

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What are the health effects of prolonged sitting?

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Even if you exercise, sitting for long periods is linked to breast cancer and colon cancer. Vonda Wright, MD, explains how regular "standing breaks" help counteract the effects of sitting.

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