10 Common Myths About Ovarian Cancer You Need to Ignore

Myth: Talcum powder or cosmetics cause ovarian cancer

You may have heard about the lawsuits alleging that products containing the mineral talc, like some feminine hygiene powders and mineral cosmetics, cause ovarian cancer. But don’t get drawn into the hype, says Steve Vasilev, MD, medical director of integrative gynecologic oncology at Providence Saint John’s Health Center and a professor at the John Wayne Cancer Institute. “This current scare is based on observational and case studies alone,” he explains. “There really isn’t any good science showing that talc causes ovarian cancer.” So while we wait for better research to be done, it’s fine to steer clear of talc products if it makes you feel better but there’s no need to give up your favorite face powder yet if you don’t want to. Here are some more things you think cause cancer, but actually don’t.

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