Myths and misinformation
How long has cancer been around?
We explain how long cancer has existed and how our understanding has evolved through cancer research.
Can working night shifts cause cancer?
Research shows night shifts don’t directly increase cancer risk but may lead to lifestyle factors that do. Learn how night shift patterns may affect your health and cancer risk.
Why do we support the use of animals in research?
Without the use of animals in research we would not be able to find nearly as many cures for cancer that could save millions of lives.
Could somebody be hiding the cure for cancer?
There is a common myth that there is already a cure for cancer, but it’s being hidden. We explain why this isn't the case.
Why is cancer so hard to cure?
There are many reasons why cancer is so difficult to cure, largely including the sheer complexity of the disease. But there is also reason to be optimistic for the future.
Can cannabis cure cancer?
We don’t know yet whether cannabis could be used to treat cancer. But there is a lot of information out there that can be confusing so we are here to explain the facts.
Why haven't we cured cancer yet?
We explain the reasons why cancer is especially hard to cure, but also the reasons to be optimistic for the future of cancer research.
How are my donations used to start cancer cures?
How does your money help start new cancer cures? Our short guide will take you behind the scenes of Worldwide Cancer Research.