A California jury awarded $332 million this week to a consumer who sued chemical giant Monsanto, contending that his cancer was related to decades of using its Roundup weedkiller.
Category: Cancer
Another Talc-Cancer Verdict Gets Tossed
A New Jersey appeals court has thrown out a $223.8 million verdict against Johnson & Johnson that a jury had awarded to four plaintiffs who argued they developed cancer from being exposed to asbestos in the company’s talc powder products.
Exposure to Carcinogens from Personal Care Products: Survey
The results from a a new survey indicate that on average, U.S. consumers are exposed to two ingredients linked to cancer from their personal care products every day.
Half of US Households have Toxic PFAS Coming Out of Faucets, says Government Study
According to a government study conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), drinking water from nearly half of U.S. faucets likely contains toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” that may cause cancer and other health problems.
Houseplants Remove Carcinogenic Chemicals from Indoors: Study
The results from a new empirical study have revealed that houseplants can efficiently remove toxic, cancer causing compounds from indoor air.
Action Requested: Ask FDA to Revoke Use of Nanoparticle Titanium Dioxide in Food
The FDA is currently seeking comments, additional scientific data, and other information related to the safety of titanium dioxide in foods until July 3, 2023.
Food Additive Nanoparticles Titanium Dioxide, Silicone Dioxide may Harm Your Gut, say More Scientists
The results of a new scientific study have revealed that two commonly used food additives known as metal oxide nanoparticles–in particular, titanium dioxide and silicone dioxide–can have negative effects on your gut health.
Elevated Levels of Toxic Heavy Metals in Mixed Fruit Juices, Other Drinks: Study
A new study has found that some commonly consumed beverages contained levels of toxic metals that exceed federal drinking water standards.
Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Shampoo, Lotion, Cleaning Products: Study
The results of a new scientific study demonstrated that consumer products release more than 5,000 tons of chemicals inside our homes and workplaces that are known to cause cancer, adversely affect sexual function and fertility in adults or harm developing fetuses.
BPA is a Health Risk, says Europe
In a new re-evaluation of the health effects of food chemical BPA, European Health Safety Experts (EFSA) have concluded that dietary exposure to bisphenol-A (BPA) is a health concern for consumers across all age groups. EFSA’s experts identified potentially harmful health effects of BPA on the immune system.
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