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Myths RumorsStudy Finds Possible Link Between Hair Dye, Straighteners, and Breast Cancer
An observational study from researchers at the National Institute of Health (NIH) found that women who used permanent hair dye and chemical hair straighteners had a higher risk of breast cancer than women who didn’t use them.
Explore Your Family Cancer History
Protect your health by learning more about your family’s history of cancer and other health problems. Then find out what you can do to help lower your risk. Get the tips.
The Truth About Alternative Medical Treatments
Some non-standard therapies can help some people feel better during treatment for cancer or other serious illnesses. But others are money wasters or downright dangerous. Find out what to look for.
How Family History 'Really' Affects Your Cancer Risk
Cancer can seem to run in some families, but most cancer is not inherited. Check your knowledge about common myths concerning cancer and family history.
What Americans Don’t Know About Cancer
A national household survey sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Oncologists (ASCO) shows most Americans have concerns about cancer, but have gaps in their knowledge about what causes it.
How to Make Sense of Medical Studies in the News
It’s not uncommon to find a headline promising exciting news about cancer or another medical condition. Asking these 4 questions can help you better judge health care claims you may hear about:
Rumors and Myths Brief: Plastic Water Bottle Email
Email Circulating About Safety of Plastic Water Bottles
Rumors and Myths Brief: Microwaving Plastic Email
Anyone who’s heated something up in the microwave has probably wondered about possible health effects.