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A Dangerous Weedkiller Linked to Cancer is Still on Store Shelves Roundup is one of the best-selling weedkillers in the nation, and its main ingredient called glyphosate is linked to deadly forms of cancer, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Despite this danger, it’s still on the market and can be purchased at many supermarkets and home improvement stores today. Legal action has been underway against Roundup and its (more...)

Asbestos Still Poses Health Problems to People Throughout the U.S. For decades, asbestos was prized in construction and manufacturing for its fire and chemical resistant properties. But over time, it became clear that exposure to asbestos was linked to serious health problems. The most severe of these health problems is a type of deadly lung cancer called mesothelioma. Thankfully, the usage of asbestos in construction (more...)

Compensation Is Still Available for Servicemembers Affected by Defective Earplugs During the past few years, hundreds of veterans have sued 3M after they suffered hearing loss due to defective earplugs that were issued to them during training exercises and live combat. The earplugs, known as 3M Combat Arms, are dual-sided, with one side blocking virtually all noise and the other side allowing wearers to still (more...)

Popular Sunscreens Recalled Due to Benzene Presence We’re right in the middle of pool, boat, and beach season, which means millions of people nationwide have stocked up on sunscreen at the supermarket or drug store. But unfortunately, five popular aerosol sunscreens have been recalled because they contain benzene, a chemical that’s known to be a carcinogen. The affected and recalled sunscreens include: (more...)