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Breast Implant Cancer
Around 400,000 women receive breast implants every year after a mastectomy or for cosmetic enlargement. A variety of manufacturers produce the implants, some of which feature a textured or slightly roughened surface, while others feature a smooth coating. Now, according to researchers, women who receive textured implants may face an increased risk of anaplastic large-cell lymphoma—a rare and potentially fatal cancer. (more...)
Benzene
Found in a variety of fuels and solvents, benzene is an organic chemical compound used in the manufacture of rubber, plastics, and synthetic fibers including nylon, lubricants, drugs, dyes, detergents, and pesticides. But benzene exposure has been linked to a variety of cancers, blood disorders, and other diseases. If you or someone you know has developed cancer after exposure to benzene, (more...)