Fake Cancer Cure Scams
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Posted: 6:18 AM Aug 26, 2008
Last Updated: 6:18 AM Aug 26, 2008
Reporter: Heather King

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The FDA is warning not to believe claims from several companies that say their products will cure or prevent cancer.

The Better Business Bureau says the FDA has sent warning letters to 23 U.S. companies about their deceptive marketing.

If you want to read the FDA's list of "125 Fake Cancer 'Cures' Consumers Should Avoid," click here.

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Posted by: Steven Chang Location: Rotterdam on Sep 11, 2008 at 12:31 PM
The FDA is a fool. These cancer cures are the only ones that aren't overly toxic. Alternative cancer cures are not making you lose hair like conventional chemotherapy does.

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