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5 Things That Cause Cancer ... and 5 Things That Probably Don’t

A Cure for HPV? Not So Fast…

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Eating Less Won’t “Starve” Cancer, but Eating Healthy Might

5 Things That Cause Cancer ... and 5 Things That Probably Don’t

A Cure for HPV? Not So Fast…

Eating Less Won’t “Starve” Cancer, but Eating Healthy Might

How to Find Cancer Resources You Can Trust

Learn how to identify sources of misinformation about cancer—and how to find truly reliable information.

Applying Sunscreen à La Gwyneth Paltrow Could Put You at Risk for Skin Cancer

Gwyneth Paltrow says she is not a “head-to-toe slatherer of sunscreen” but dermatologists warn her technique increases skin cancer risk.

David Lee Roth (L) and Eddie Van Halen of Van Halen

Eddie Van Halen Has Died of Throat Cancer

The rock star had famously blamed his cancer on his habit of holding metal guitar picks in his mouth but was also a heavy smoker.

Father and Son Arrested Over Toxic Cure for HIV and COVID-19

Miracle Mineral Solution is bleach—and people have died from drinking it.

Myth or Truth? A New Way to Preserve Fertility for Women After Cancer Diagnosis

Maturing eggs in a lab allows a French woman to have a baby years after breast cancer.

Debunking the Myth That Soy Increases Cervical Cancer Risk

The New York Times’ women’s health advice columnist says the claim is not true, no matter what your mother says.

Cannabis & Lung Cancer: Podcast

A special episode discusses the myths and facts about cannabis and the treatment of lung cancer.

Breast Cancer Survivor Facts & Fiction

No, Drinking Bleach Does Not Cure Cancer

FDA warns that drinking Miracle Mineral Solution and similar products is potentially life-threatening.

Debunking the Myth That People of Color Don’t Need Sunscreen

Darker skin doesn’t rule out your risk for skin cancer, aging or a host of other sun-related damage.

Do Antiperspirants Cause Cancer? Experts Say No

“Natural” and “aluminum-free” deodorants may be trendy, but antiperspirants are not bad for you.

Russian Misinformation Campaign Links 5G Internet to Cancer

RT America has been exaggerating the health hazards of new high-speed cell phone signals, spreading fear about U.S. tech.

Celery Juice and Cancer

Celery juice is everywhere! Have you heard it may help treat cancer?

“Alaskan Bush People” Star Ami Brown Fights Off Internet Rumors That She Faked Cancer

The reality TV personality was diagnosed with Stage III lung cancer in 2017—and is now in remission.

Cancer Study Claims a Bottle of Wine per Week Is Equal to 10 Cigarettes a Day

Could this be true?

Colorectal Cancer Is Not an “Old Person” Disease

“If you have symptoms, please be an advocate for yourself. Listen to your body, and get yourself checked out.”

#myths

5 Things That Cause Cancer ... and 5 Things That Probably Don’t

A Cure for HPV? Not So Fast…

Eating Less Won’t “Starve” Cancer, but Eating Healthy Might

5 Things That Cause Cancer ... and 5 Things That Probably Don’t

A Cure for HPV? Not So Fast…

Eating Less Won’t “Starve” Cancer, but Eating Healthy Might

How to Find Cancer Resources You Can Trust

Applying Sunscreen à La Gwyneth Paltrow Could Put You at Risk for Skin Cancer

Eddie Van Halen Has Died of Throat Cancer

Father and Son Arrested Over Toxic Cure for HIV and COVID-19

Myth or Truth? A New Way to Preserve Fertility for Women After Cancer Diagnosis

Debunking the Myth That Soy Increases Cervical Cancer Risk

Cannabis & Lung Cancer: Podcast

Breast Cancer Survivor Facts & Fiction

No, Drinking Bleach Does Not Cure Cancer

Debunking the Myth That People of Color Don’t Need Sunscreen

Do Antiperspirants Cause Cancer? Experts Say No

Russian Misinformation Campaign Links 5G Internet to Cancer

Celery Juice and Cancer

“Alaskan Bush People” Star Ami Brown Fights Off Internet Rumors That She Faked Cancer

Cancer Study Claims a Bottle of Wine per Week Is Equal to 10 Cigarettes a Day

Colorectal Cancer Is Not an “Old Person” Disease

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Blog: Danielle Penick