Cancer myths by Cancer Research UK

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This article on ten cancer myths by Cancer Research UK is worth reading:

http://scienceblog.cancerresearchuk.org/2014/03/24/dont-believe-the-hype-10-persistent-cancer-myths-debunked/

I hope if life has given you the cancer curve ball that you are surrounded by people that provide you with care and comfort.

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