Cancer Myths and Facts
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Question 1/8
If you get cancer, it's usually because someone in your family had cancer.
- True
- False
Question 2/8
Which food is linked to colon cancer?
- Tofu
- Lunchmeat
- Oysters
Question 3/8
Heavy drinking can raise your chances of getting cancer.
- True
- False
Question 4/8
Artificial sweeteners can cause cancer.
- True
- False
Question 5/8
Antiperspirants make you more likely to get breast cancer.
- True
- False
Question 6/8
Which of these may help ease nausea in people getting cancer treatment?
- Acupuncture
- Ear candling
- Magnetic therapy
Question 7/8
For most cancers, a biopsy will cause cancer cells to spread.
- True
- False
Question 8/8
What can you do to lower your chance of getting cancer?
- Eat dessert often
- Exercise
- Nothing
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