Old Spice, Secret Recall Issued Over Benzene in Antiperspirant Aerosol Sprays
A massive recall of Old Spice and Secret deodorant sprays follows recent revelations that they contain high levels of benzene, which is a known carcinogen.
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Old Spice Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Presence of Cancer-Causing Benzene
A class action lawsuit claims many consumers would have never purchased Old Spice deodorant sprays had they known of the presence of benzene, a cancer-causing chemical.
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Lotramin and Tinactin Recall Leads To Class Action Lawsuit Over Benzene Cancer Risks
A class action lawsuit filed in the wake of a recent Lotramin and Tinactin recall calls for Bayer to repay consumers for the cost of purchasing the benzene-tainted foot sprays,…
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Philips CPAP Recall May Have Been Incomplete and Probably Came Years Too Late, Per FDA Report
A scathing FDA inspection report claims Philips did little to ensure the safety of millions of CPAP devices and other breathing machines, even after knowing of potential sound abatement foam…
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Odor-Eaters Spray Recall Issued Due To Benzene Contamination
An Odor-Eaters spray recall is the latest aerosol spray product line linked to contamination by benzene, which is a known cancer-causing agent.
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Talcum Powder Settlement Mediator Likely to Be Appointed In Bankruptcy Litigation
A federal judge says she is ready to appoint Kenneth Feinberg, who is currently assisting with Roundup cancer lawsuit settlements, as a mediator to help reach a resolution for Johnson…
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Skin Cancer Lawsuit Filed By Firefighter Over Foam Exposure Risks
A Georgia firefighter indicates he developed skin cancer due to years of exposure to toxic film-forming foams.
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Eli Lilly-Funded Study Claims Side Effects of Olumiant Do Not Warrant Same Adverse Label Warnings as Xeljanz
A new study announced by Eli Lilly appears to suggest Olumiant, a rheumatoid arthritis drug, does not need the same label warnings for heart problems as Xeljanz, it's competitor.
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Palm Oil Acid Could Increase the Spread of Cancer Cells: Study
The findings of a new study indicate acid from palm oil increases the spread of tumor cells and the chances of cancer going metastatic.
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Replacement Foam For Recalled Philips CPAP Devices May Have Problems of Its Own, FDA Warns
The FDA warns that silicone foam being considered as a possible replacement for toxic sound abatement foam which led to a Philips CPAP recall may release volatile organic compounds which…