How an 80-Year-Old Doctor Fought Prostate Cancer

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How an 80-Year-Old Doctor Fought Prostate Cancer
Dr. Michael F. Holick crosses the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Courtesy of Kim Chisholm
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It might be tempting for those diagnosed with cancer to rest in excess. However, emerging research—and an 80-year-old doctor who ran the Boston Marathon—suggest that’s the wrong advice.

Dr. Michael F. Holick was an active, working 75-year-old when he was diagnosed with Stage 3 prostate cancer in December 2021. He felt overwhelmed hearing about how his treatment would leave him feeling physically and mentally depleted.

Amy Denney
Amy Denney
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Amy Denney is a health reporter for The Epoch Times. Amy has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield and has won several awards for investigative and health reporting. She covers the microbiome, new treatments, and integrative wellness.