Monday's medical myth: wearing a bra to bed increases your risk of
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Women’s breasts are seen in society as symbols of femininity, fertility and sexuality – so are the many different styles of bras worn to support, enhance and protect the mammary glands. Many women wear…
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Is It Bad to Sleep in a Bra? Here's What OBGYNs Think
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Monday's medical myth: deodorants cause breast cancer
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PDF) Monday's myth: Wearing bras to bed causes breast cancer?
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9 bra myths you've probably believed your entire life