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Myths and realities about Health and Medical

When it comes to health, it is best to rely on information based on facts. Here, we dispel for you some myths that refuse to die.
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Myths and facts surrounding Osteoporosis

Myths and facts surrounding Osteoporosis
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Hamburger meat contaminated with E. coli bacteria is the most common cause of food poisoning

Hamburger meat contaminated with E. coli bacteria is the most common cause of food poisoning
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If I carry a mutated gene that can cause cancer, I am certain to get it!

If I carry a mutated gene that can cause cancer, I am certain to get it!
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After completing a genetic test (genetic assay, genetic analysis), I’ll know everything about my health!

After completing a genetic test (genetic assay, genetic analysis), I’ll know everything about my health!
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X-rays are a health hazard

X-rays are a health hazard
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A single pharmacogenetic test will tell me which drug will work for me

A single pharmacogenetic test will tell me which drug will work for me
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My genetic test was negative, so I'm not at risk of getting the disease for which I’ve been tested

My genetic test was negative, so I'm not at risk of getting the disease for which I’ve been tested
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Cystic fibrosis : My family does not have a history of this disease, so I am not at risk of contracting it

Cystic fibrosis : My family does not have a history of this disease, so I am not at risk of contracting it
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After a complete analysis of my genetic code, I will never have to undergo any more genetic testing!

After a complete analysis of my genetic code, I will never have to undergo any more genetic testing!
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I sleep well, so surely I don’t have sleep apnea

I sleep well, so surely I don’t have sleep apnea