Cancer is a disease in which the patient suffers from uncontrolled, unregulated, unwanted cell growth at a very rapid pace due to changes in the genetic programming of the cell hence, any queries about cancer diagnosis or treatment should ideally be taken up with an expert oncologist who can help clear up misconceptions and also determine the right cancer treatment. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Durgatosh Pandey, Head of Oncology Sciences and Consultant - Surgical Oncology at Manipal Hospital in Dwarka, debunked 5 cancer related myths - (Photo by Cherry)
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Myth #1: Cancer is contagious or infectious. Fact: People wrongly associate cancer as a contagious disease; however, this is a misconception and can’t be spread by touching the person who has it. (Representative Image/Shutterstock)
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Myth #2: Hereditary Fact: Cancer is not hereditary, for instance. 5–10% of breast cancer cases are hereditary, and the majority of breast cancer cases have no family history of cancer. (Shutterstock)
Myth #3: Biopsy can lead to the spread of cancer. Fact: A common myth about biopsies is that it causes cancer to spread, but this is not true. A biopsy is the preliminary procedure to diagnose cancer and determine appropriate treatment. (File Photo by Instagram)
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Myth #4: Cancer leads to death. Fact: Many cancers are curable or treatable, and the survival rates have improved significantly with advancements in detection and treatment. (Photo by Shutterstock)
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In a fashion moment that perfectly blended old-world charm with contemporary elegance, Ananya Panday turned heads at the Chanel Cruise 2025/26 show that was held at the breathtaking Villa d’Este on the shores of Lake Como, Italy.
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Chanel took Ananya Panday on a glamorous holiday to Lake Como, Italy. The actor is staying at the luxurious Villa D'Este. She has been sharing pictures from her getaway, and they are gorgeous.
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The Time100 Gala honoured the world's most influential people of 2025 on April 24 in New York City, and we have put together some of the best celebrity looks from the star-studded event. Honoree Demi Moore attended the Time100 Gala in a an elegant white look.
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Pope Francis prays with priests at the end of a limited public audience at the San Damaso courtyard in The Vatican on September 30, 2020 during the COVID-19 infection, caused by the novel coronavirus.
