Monsanto’s Roundup Linked to Leukemia Hodgkins and Non-Hodgins Lymphoma
Seek Justice With a Roundup Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Lawsuit Roundup is the world's most popular herbicide. The weed-killer has been sold since the 1970s, but research has found that Roundup is tied to some life-threatening health risks. Environmental scientists and consumer groups are concerned that glyphosate, the main ingredient in … [Read more...]
Italian Study Links Artificial Sweetener, Aspartame, to Leukemia in Rats
Artificial Sweetener Linked To Leukemia. Aspartame is a highly successful artificial sweetener invented in 1965 that is 200 times sweeter than ordinary sugar. Although it has enjoyed growing success in the U.S., the UK, and other markets over the past 10 years, it has also been the subject of claims that it is linked to various forms … [Read more...]
Railroad Workers Cancer Risk from Occupational Exposures
Railroad Workers Long Term Exposures. Results of a new study suggests a link between long-term exposures to extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and two specific types of cancer seen in railroad workers. An article in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine (OEM), reported on an analysis of health … [Read more...]
Remicade Leukemia Lawyers
Remicade Leukemia Association. Our Remicade leukemia lawyers are currently investigating the link between leukemia and Remicade treatment in both adults and children. It’s long been known that Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blockers, like Remicade, may increase risks for cancer, including leukemia. Since 2008, the U.S. Food & Drug … [Read more...]
Humira Leukemia Lawyers
Humira Raised The Risk Of Leukemia. If you or someone you love was treated with Humira and developed leukemia, Humira could be to blame. An increased risk of cancer, including leukemia, is a potential Humira side effect. In fact, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered the makers of ‘Humira’ and similar drugs - … [Read more...]
Enbrel Leukemia Lawyers
Enbrel Can Cause Leukemia. Did you or someone you love develop leukemia while being treated with Enbrel? Enbrel and similar drugs known as TNF (Tumor Necrosis Factor) blockers have been tied to an increased risks of cancer, including leukemia, in children, adolescents, and adults. In 2009, a Boxed Warning was added to the labels of … [Read more...]
Benzene Exposure May Be Linked To Cancer Lawsuits
Benzene Exposure Related To Cancer. Are you a victim of benzene related cancer? The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has determined that benzene causes cancer – especially leukemia - in humans. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), benzene has also been linked to bone marrow problems, excessive … [Read more...]
Benzene Side Effects May Result In Leukemia Lawsuits
Benzene Side Effects Injury Lawsuits. Benzene is colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and burning taste that is one of the most commonly used solvents in the United States. Benzene is used as an additive in gasoline and an ingredient in paints, inks, adhesives, rubbers, glues, old spot removers, and furniture wax. Benzene is … [Read more...]
Cancer Diagnoses Linked to Ground Zero Tripled in Recent Years
More than 5,400 individuals including first responders along with residents or employees who worked in the vicinity of the World Trade Center (WTC), have been diagnosed with 9/11-linked cancers. The medical director, Dr. Michael Crane, of the WTC Health Program at Mount Sinai Hospital, remarked of the alarming increase in numbers … [Read more...]
9/11 Responders Continue to Suffer WTC-Related Injuries
It has been nearly 15 years since the 9/11 attacks, and first responders and residents continue to face chronic health problems related to toxic dust exposure. Officially, the disaster area extends from the World Trade Center site to the western edges of Brooklyn, covers lower Manhattan and reaches the tip of Governor’s Island. When … [Read more...]
Splenda Artificial Sweetener Linked to Higher Risk of Leukemia
Link Between Risk OF Leukemia And Splenda Artificial Sweetener. A study published in the International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health links the artificial sweetener Splenda to an increased risk of leukemia. Splenda, otherwise known as sucralose, was introduced in 1999. It has been marketed as an alternative to sugar … [Read more...]
Small Amounts of Radiation May Lead to Leukemia Over Time Study Suggests
Radiation Feared To Result To Leukemia. A recent study published in The Lancet Haematology suggests that long-term low doses of radiation may increase the risk of leukemia. It is already known that high doses of radiation can lead to leukemia, according to Scientific American. The new study found an increased risk of dying from … [Read more...]
Diet sodas may increase risk of leukemia in men
A new study suggests that men who consume regular amounts of diet sodas or sodas sweetened with sugar may be facing a higher risk of leukemia and other forms of cancer than men who avoid those drinks. According to a FoodConsumer.org report, the same risk factor is not present with women and appears linked to the additive aspartame, … [Read more...]
Sprycel PAH Warning
Sprycel PAH Warning. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced yesterday that Sprycel, a drug used to treat certain types of leukemia, has been associated with rare cases of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). In a Drug Safety Communication, the agency said information on this possible Sprycel side effect would be … [Read more...]
Phosphocol P 32 Leukemia Risk
Phosphocol P 32 May Cause Leukemia. Phosphocol P 32, a drug used in cancer treatment, has been linked to leukemia when used in unapproved ways, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced yesterday. The agency said that the labeling of Phosphocol P 32 was being modified to reflect the risk. Phosphocol P 32 is approved to … [Read more...]
Aranesp, Epogen and Procrit Linked to Leukemia in Some Patients
Aranesp, Epogen, Procrit May Cause Leukemia. Aranesp, Epogen and Procrit have been linked to yet another deadly side effect. New research suggests that the anemia drugs, known as erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs), might play a role in the development of a form of leukemia when they are used to treat people with a rare blood … [Read more...]
Risk of Childhood Leukemia Increased by to Household Insecticides
Household Insecticides Raise The Risk Of Leukemia In Children. Household insecticides could raise the risk of acute leukemia in children, a French study published in the Occupational and Environmental Medicine journal suggests after examining data from 568 children half of whom had acute leukemia. According to the research team … [Read more...]
