Myths And Misconceptions – OnCare Cancer Center Myths And Misconceptions
Myths & Misconceptions
- Cancer is not caused by an injury, such as a bump or a bruise.
- Cancer is not contagious. Although being infected with certain viruses or bacteria may increase the risk of some types of cancer, no one can "catch" cancer from another person.
- Having one or more risk factors does not mean that you will get cancer. Most people who have risk factors never develop cancer.
- Some people are more sensitive than others to the known risk factors.
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