Health
New analysis casts doubt on results of tobacco industry studies into safety of cigarette additives
New analysis casts doubt on results of tobacco industry studies into safety of cigarette additives
Dec 20, 2011
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Oncology & Cancer
Cancer from fetal exposure to carcinogens depends on dose, timing
The cancer-causing potential of fetal exposure to carcinogens can vary substantially, a recent study suggests, causing different types of problems much later in life depending on the stage of pregnancy when the fetus is exposed.
Dec 15, 2011
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Oncology & Cancer
High fluid intake appears to reduce bladder cancer risk
Drinking plenty of fluids may provide men with some protection against bladder cancer, according to a study presented at the 10th AACR International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research, held Oct. 22-25, ...
Oct 24, 2011
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Oncology & Cancer
Knockout of protein prevents colon tumor formation in mice
A protein that regulates cell differentiation in normal tissue may play a different role in colon and breast cancer, activating proliferation of damaged cells, according to researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago ...
Sep 29, 2011
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Oncology & Cancer
Role of alcohol intake and smoking on upper aerodigestive cancers
This paper provides an extensive analysis of the proportion of the risk of upper aero-digestive tract (UADT) cancers in the population (the population attributable risk) that may be due to alcohol consumption and/or smoking. ...
Sep 6, 2011
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Oncology & Cancer
New substances added to HHS Report on Carcinogens
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today added eight substances to its Report on Carcinogens, a science-based document that identifies chemicals and biological agents that may put people at increased risk for ...
Jun 10, 2011
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Health
Coffee in capsules contains more furan than the rest
Coffee made in espresso makers, above all that made from capsules, contains more furan -- a toxic, carcinogenic compound -- than that made in traditional drip coffee makers, although the levels are still within safe health ...
Apr 13, 2011
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Health
Sunscreen has a shelf life and other facts to know
Did you know sunscreen has a shelf life and can expire? Or that too much heat or cold can ruin a new bottle?
Jul 5, 2024
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Health
NZ workers have unacceptably high exposures to carcinogens—they need better protection and long-term health monitoring
A recent survey suggests that 58% of workers in New Zealand are exposed to at least one cancer-causing agent at work. Almost one in three are exposed at a high level, at or above the standards set by WorkSafe New Zealand, ...
Jun 29, 2023
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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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