Wednesday, September 7, 2011

About Cancer: Debunking Cancer Myths

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From Lisa Fayed, your Guide to Cancer
If I had a penny for every time I received a chain letter email erroneously warning me of the dangers of X because it will give me cancer, I would be a rich woman. Unfortunately, these emails are very convincing and often quote a medical professional, so they are easy to believe. In this week's newsletter, learn fact from fiction when it comes to cancer causes and risks.

Top 10 Cancer Myths
Separate fact from fiction in these commonly believed cancer myths.
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7 Craziest Cancer Myths
Check out these unbelievable cancer myths -- many of which have probably found their way into your email inbox through a chain letter.
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Can Your Tattoo Cause Skin Cancer?
A reader asks whether having a tattoo is a risk for skin cancer.

Tampons and Cancer: The Real Story
Do tampons cause cancer?
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Lisa Fayed
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