Skin Cancer Risk In Taking Blood Pressure Medication
Blood Pressure Medication Cancer Risk. According to Medical News Today, a new study out of Denmark has revealed that a popular drug used to treat hypertension may seriously increase the risk of skin cancer. Anton Pottegård directed the study. Pottegård teaches clinical pharmacology at the University of Southern Denmark … [Read more...] about Skin Cancer Risk In Taking Blood Pressure Medication
Breast-Cancer Risk Doubles For Women Who Smoke, Study Finds
Developing breast cancer in their childbearing years Women who smoke, or who have long-term exposure to second-hand smoke, have more than double the risk of developing breast cancer in their childbearing years, according to a new Canadian study. The research, published in the International Journal of Cancer, provides strong … [Read more...] about Breast-Cancer Risk Doubles For Women Who Smoke, Study Finds
Study: Smoking Raises Colon Cancer Risk
An Increased Risk for Colorectal Cancer and Death. A recent analysis of a variety of earlier studies—a meta-analysis—has revealed a “significant” link between smoking and an increased risk for colorectal cancer and death, Science Daily is reporting. Science Daily notes that tobacco was the cause of about 5.4 million deaths in 2005, … [Read more...] about Study: Smoking Raises Colon Cancer Risk
FDA Proposes Ban on Indoor Tanning for Anyone Under 18 to Reduce Skin Cancer Risk
Reducing the Risk of Skin Cancer. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a ban on the use of tanning beds by anyone under 18. Health experts call this a major step toward reducing the risk of skin cancer. Until recently, indoor tanning was not seen as a significant factor in skin cancer rates, but mounting evidence … [Read more...] about FDA Proposes Ban on Indoor Tanning for Anyone Under 18 to Reduce Skin Cancer Risk
Medtronic Infuse Bone-Growth Lawsuit, Side Effects Cancer Risk
Medtronic Infuse Bone-Growth. Medtronic Inc's Infuse bone graft, a bioengineered bone-growth product used in spinal surgery, has been linked to a greater cancer risk than previously thought in patients treated with high doses of Medtronic's controversial protein. People who received Infuse, especially in off-label procedures, may … [Read more...] about Medtronic Infuse Bone-Growth Lawsuit, Side Effects Cancer Risk
Pfizer’s Viagra Link to Cancer Risk
Pfizer’s Viagra Research Evaluation. Since its approval in 1998 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Viagra has been the most visible and popular treatment for erectile dysfunction for men worldwide, bringing in billions of dollars in revenue for its manufacturer Pfizer Inc. However, consumers in a California … [Read more...] about Pfizer’s Viagra Link to Cancer Risk
Johnson Johnson Sued by over 1000 Women for Alleged Cover Up of Talc Cancer Risk
J&J Was Negligent For Talc Cancer Risk. A lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson (J&J) claiming the company was negligent in providing information about risks of ovarian cancer has been joined by over 1,000 women. Imerys Talc America, the largest talc supplier in America and the only source of talc for J&J is … [Read more...] about Johnson Johnson Sued by over 1000 Women for Alleged Cover Up of Talc Cancer Risk
Monsanto Fights California Cancer Designation for Roundup
Monsanto has filed suit to block California’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) from listing the herbicide glyphosate—the main ingredient in the herbicide Roundup—as a chemical known to cause cancer under California's Proposition 65. Roundup is one of the most widely used chemicals in the world, both in … [Read more...] about Monsanto Fights California Cancer Designation for Roundup
Lawsuits Filed over Power Morcellators Risks Cancer
New lawsuits continue to be filed against the manufacturers of the power morcellators. Lawsuit Says Morcellator Spread Woman's Cancer. New lawsuits continue to be filed against the manufacturers of the power morcellator, a surgical tool used in gynecological surgeries that is alleged to spread hidden cancers, significantly … [Read more...] about Lawsuits Filed over Power Morcellators Risks Cancer
Morcellator Cancer Risk Broader than Initially Believed
May also have the potential to spread other cancers in women’s bodies. Power morcellators, which have recently been associated with the spread of uterine cancer, may also have the potential to spread other cancers in women’s bodies, according to a new research. According to a report in the Journal of the American Medical … [Read more...] about Morcellator Cancer Risk Broader than Initially Believed
New Medtronic Spine Device Cancer Risks
New Medtronic Spine Device. Federal health regulators are concerned that a new Medtronic spine device may increase cancer risks for some patients. According to a Wall Street Journal report, the device, called Amplify, is made with recombinant bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2). RhBMP-2 is used in another Medtronic … [Read more...] about New Medtronic Spine Device Cancer Risks
Experts Divided on Cancer Risk of Vytorin
Vytorin Potential Cancer Risk. Vytorin was the subject of a heated debate at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association in New Orleans yesterday. At issue was the controversial drug's potential cancer risk. While some heart experts on a panel discussing the issue tried to ease concerns about Vytorin and cancer, … [Read more...] about Experts Divided on Cancer Risk of Vytorin
France Issues Cell Phone Warning
French Government Warned Consumers About Cancer Risks In Cell Phone Use. The French government is warning consumers to avoid “excessive” cell phone use because of concerns that mobile phone use could increase the risk of some cancers. The French Ministry of Health, Youth and Sports said in a statement that it was … [Read more...] about France Issues Cell Phone Warning
Study suggests cancer risk from depleted uranium
Depleted Uranium, which is Used in Armour-Piercing Ammunition. Depleted uranium, which is used in armour-piercing ammunition, causes widespread damage to DNA which could lead to lung cancer, according to a study of the metal's effects on human lung cells. The study adds to growing evidence that DU causes health problems on … [Read more...] about Study suggests cancer risk from depleted uranium
Daughters face DES drug cancer risk
Pregnancy DES Drug Increased Risk Of Developing Cancer. The daughters of women who took the common pregnancy drug DES (diethylstilboestrol) face an increased risk of developing breast cancer, researchers in the United States have found. The drug, prescribed to women until 1975 to protect against miscarriage and combat morning … [Read more...] about Daughters face DES drug cancer risk
Increased Cancer Risk for Children from Chemicals
Children Are At Greater Cancer Risk From Chemicals. CURE Childhood Cancer, a non-profit organization dedicated to conquering childhood cancer, advises parents that children are at a substantially greater risk of cancer than adults from a variety of pollutants. In a press release dated October 3rd, CURE based their remarks on a … [Read more...] about Increased Cancer Risk for Children from Chemicals
Elidel Cream and Protopic Ointment Safety Information
Elidel Cream and Protopic Ointment Cancer Risk. Health Canada is advising people who use Elidel cream and Protopic ointment about safety information that indicates a potential cancer risk. Health Canada reminds people using these prescription products, which are approved for the treatment of eczema in adults and children two years … [Read more...] about Elidel Cream and Protopic Ointment Safety Information
Treated Wood Is Cancer Risk For Kids
Treated Wood Hazardous To Children's Health. With spring weather drawing people outdoors, the chemical arsenic, a carcinogen, is giving families a new worry: Are decks, swing sets, playgrounds, and picnic tables made from treated wood hazardous to children's health? The Environmental Protection Agency last fall warned that … [Read more...] about Treated Wood Is Cancer Risk For Kids
Study Links Cancer Risk, Pressure-Treated Playsets
Children Face Risk On Pressure-Treated Playsets. Children who play on pressure-treated wooden playsets face an increased risk of getting lung or bladder cancer later in life, the U.S. government said for the first time Friday. The disclosure came from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, which routinely tests goods in the … [Read more...] about Study Links Cancer Risk, Pressure-Treated Playsets
Agencies Studying Cancer Risk of Play Sets
Health Dangers Of Play Sets Equipped With CCA-Treated Wood. The Consumer Product Safety Commission is entering the long-running debate about the health dangers of playground equipment made of pressure-treated wood, a product that is being phased out because of concerns it can leach arsenic, a known human carcinogen. The … [Read more...] about Agencies Studying Cancer Risk of Play Sets
Painting Exposure Ups Cancer Risk
Painting Exposure Increased Risk Of Cancer. Men and women in the painting trades or who work in paint manufacturing may have an increased risk of cancer, depending on the job they do, according to the results of a large study conducted in Sweden. Investigators used census and cancer registry data covering nearly the entire Swedish … [Read more...] about Painting Exposure Ups Cancer Risk
