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fromwww.dailybreeze.com
1 week ago

DA investigators search California company accused of overexposing employees to toxic gas

Parter Medical Products Inc. is under investigation for failing to protect workers from prolonged exposure to ethylene oxide, a cancer-causing chemical.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Ban on sunbeds now under consideration as new data shows they are being used by children as young as 10

A new report reveals that children as young as 10 are accessing tanning machines, highlighting significant health risks and prompting discussions about potential bans.
Public health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I had symptoms for six months before I realised I had cancer of the penis' - father aims to raise awareness

Even healthy individuals can develop rare cancers like penile cancer, highlighting the importance of awareness and monitoring.
Cancer
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

With cancer the leading cause of death for firefighters, one Bay Area fire department is partnering with biotech to improve the odds

Firefighters face a significantly higher risk of cancer due to occupational hazards, prompting early detection measures.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This toxic chemical is leaking out of nondescript warehouses across the country. Almost no one knows about it

Long-term exposure to ethylene oxide has been linked to increased cancer risks, yet storage facilities are often situated near residential areas, posing health hazards.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

5% of US cancers may be caused by medical imaging radiation DW 04/15/2025

CT scans can save lives, but their potential harms are often overlooked, creating a risk for future cancer diagnoses, according to lead researcher Rebecca Smith-Bindman.
Cancer
Cancer
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

What Is Chloroprene, the Cancer-Causing Chemical at the Center of a Federal Lawsuit?

The Trump administration may drop a lawsuit aiming to reduce chloroprene emissions from a Louisiana petrochemical plant.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Which Countries Warn That Alcohol May Cause Cancer?

The U.S. surgeon general calls for cancer warning labels on alcohol, aligning with global acknowledgment of its carcinogenic risks.
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