4 Common Breast Cancer Myths

Maylin Rodriguez-Paez RN

Breast cancer awareness should really be an all-year theme. Don’t you think?

It’s definitely a health issue that impacts all of us, regardless of whether or not you develop the disease.

Below, we’ll go over some frustratingly-common breast cancer myths that may actually impede awareness.

Let’s dispel these once and for all, people!

Myth 1: Wearing A Bra Causes Breast Cancer

Proponents argue that a bra restricts lymph flow which could hamper the removal of harmful toxins.

So far, research shows the risk for breast cancer is the same regardless of a woman’s choice to wear a bra. A recent …read more