According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cancer accounted for
10 million deaths worldwide in 2020. Globally, it is a leading cause of death.
In the United States, an estimated
39.5% of people will receive a cancer diagnosis within their lifetime.
Myths tend to develop around particularly prevalent conditions. It is no surprise, therefore, that people often misunderstand cancer.
“Cancer” is a generic term for a group of diseases that can affect any part of the body. This variety adds fuel to the fire of confusion.
In this article, we hope to dispel some myths and clarify this common and varied group of diseases.