Health
Hookahs deliver toxic benzene in every puff, study shows
(HealthDay)—Many young people consider hookahs a hip and safer way to smoke, but a new study finds fumes from the water pipes contain the toxin benzene.
Nov 21, 2014
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Dove, Tresemme dry shampoos recalled due to possible carcinogen
Unilever announced Monday that it has recalled certain dry shampoo sprays because they may contain elevated levels of benzene.
Oct 25, 2022
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Leukemia-causing benzene found in underarm sprays
Anti-perspirant and deodorant body sprays have been found to contain elevated levels of the carcinogen benzene and should be recalled, an independent testing lab said in a petition filed with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
Nov 4, 2021
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Medications
Carcinogen benzene can form in some acne treatments: Report
Some acne treatments may banish blemishes but carry hidden dangers: A new report reveals high levels of the carcinogen benzene can form in products that contain the zit-fighting ingredient benzoyl peroxide.
Mar 7, 2024
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Five Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreens recalled due to benzene
(HealthDay)—Five Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreen products have been recalled because they may contain small amounts of benzene, Johnson & Johnson announced Wednesday.
Jul 16, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Volatile organic compound exposure tied to higher risk of overactive bladder
High exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) is independently and positively associated with overactive bladder (OAB) risk, according to a study published in Frontiers in Public Health.
Jul 1, 2024
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