Breast Cancer Myths

Fighting Myths For World Cancer Day

Today, February 4, is the globally-recognized World Cancer Day and the theme is dispelling cancer myths.

Does Deodorant Cause Breast Cancer?

Deodorants and antiperspirants contain chemicals, and we apply these chemicals in very close proximity to the breast, so it is a natural question to ask if deodorants cause breast cancer.

Can Nipple Piercings Increase Your Risk of Breast Cancer?

Despite the rumors, nipple piercings cannot increase your risk of breast cancer. Here’s what you should be worried about instead.

Silicon breast model for breast self exam

Are All Breast Lumps Breast Cancer?

Four out of five biopsies of breast lumps are benign, meaning that they are harmless and certainly not breast cancer.

Can Wearing a Bra Cause Breast Cancer?

The simple fact of the matter is this: there is absolutely no proven link between wearing a bra and breast cancer.

Explore Common Breast Cancer Myths

We educate nearly 25,000 people each year about breast health and we have noticed some common misconceptions. Part of our goal of educating people about breast cancer is debunking the myths about what does and does not cause breast cancer. Does breast pain indicate breast cancer? Does breast cancer only occur in older women? If [...]