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By Lisa Fayed, About.com Guide to Cancer since 2005

Top 7 Craziest Cancer Myths

Friday December 7, 2007
I have heard many cancer myths in my day and honestly, some I have believed and well, some have been downright outlandish! There are some folks out there that do believe some of these myths, though. So, to clear any misunderstandings, read the Top 7 Craziest Cancer Myths to learn myth from reality!

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December 7, 2007 at 2:29 pm
(1) Paul says:

Thanks for posting this. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked about stuff like this. Especially the email one. If you’re looking for some additional myths you can find them here:
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/MED/MED_6_1_Rumors.asp

December 13, 2007 at 2:53 am
(2) Treat Cancer says:

Very interesting article.

December 14, 2007 at 12:39 pm
(3) squamouscellskincancer.info says:

Squamous cell skin cancer is one of the most common forms of skin cancer and is usually not dangerous. If overlooked and left untreated, it could lead to causing disfigurement or be hard to treat. There are over 250,000 new cases of squamous cell skin cancer every year in the United States.

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