Internet rumor that antiperspirants cause breast cancer
February 2000
Many women are concerned about the latest Internet rumor that antiperspirants cause breast cancer.
The theory is that antiperspirants inhibit the body from "sweating out" toxins under the arms. This is supposed to allow toxins to build up in the breast area and cause cancer.
But of course, this isn't true.
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