They've been handed down from generation to generation, passed around, and new tales crop up regularly. Many of us are inclined to believe them. But not knowing the difference between fact and fiction may be detrimental to your health. If you have any questions or concerns regarding health information you've heard, check with your doctor for the facts. The following are some common myths, followed by a dose of reality.
Breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women.
It's unsettling to note that a recent survey by the American Heart Association survey showed only eight percent of American women know the facts about heart disease. By comparison, breast cancer kills 43,000 women in the U.S. yearly. In fact, breast cancer is not the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. That would be lung cancer which kills 67,000 women each year. For a woman in her 20s, lifestyle habits formed now will have a direct impact on future health and well-being.