Mythbusters Posts

Pregnancy fact vs. fiction: Gender prediction, no baths?

Wellness Nov 14, 2016

Do you know fact from fiction when it comes to advice and information you hear about pregnancy and childbirth? Amy ...Read More

Debunking swimming safety myths

Wellness Jun 29, 2016

There are many myths when it comes to swimming safety. Be aware and bust them for a fun and safe summer. ...Read More

Can plane travel increase blood clot risk?

Heart Care Jun 1, 2016

Fear of “economy class syndrome” need not extend to worries about getting a blood clot. But if you are traveling ...Read More

Prenatal exercise: Is your fitness routine safe?

Wellness May 3, 2016

Pregnant women may see concerned looks while they exercise and get advice to rest from well-meaning strangers. Expectant mothers: Don’t ...Read More

The truth on Down syndrome

Kid's Health Jan 7, 2016

Myths on Down syndrome abound. You may have heard these myths, or even shared them yourself: People with Down syndrome ...Read More

Mammograms: Myths, facts & screening guidelines

Cancer Care Oct 1, 2015

The myths, facts and breast screening guidelines needed to help you better understand how - and why - mammograms are used to detect breast cancer. ...Read More

Debunking 5 vaccination myths

Kid's Health Sep 4, 2015

Editor’s note: This post was updated April 2019 to reflect current data. Most people understand vaccinations are important. However, ...Read More

Myths and facts about lung cancer

Cancer Care Nov 2, 2014

You may find yourself among the surprising number of Americans who believe many unproven claims about lung cancer. You can ...Read More