India, June 25 -- Cancer is becoming increasingly common in households across the country, and despite the advancements in medical treatment, the diagnosis is often considered similar to a death sentence.

In such an atmosphere, it is easy to spread rumours about various things of regular use, increasing the risk of the disease. One such thing is toothpaste. Taking to Instagram on June 21, Dr Jayesh Sharma, Raipur-based oncologist with over 25 years of experience, debunked the claim.

According to Dr Sharma, the claim that toothpaste causes cancer is a complete myth. However, like most myths, it is also likely based on some misinformation. The oncologist believes that in this case, mixing up two similar sounding chemical is to be blamed....