Recently, there have been a lot of health concerns regarding talcum powder, aka baby powder, and a link to cancer. This is because the mineral talc is similar in structure to asbestos, which is known to cause cancer and they are sometimes obtained from the same mines. However, a recent Los Angeles Times article reported on a new analysis led by the United States Government that suggests there is no link between baby powder and ovarian cancer.
Quick Hits: New Analysis Finds No Link Between Baby Powder and Cancer
The largest analysis to date, led by the U.S. government found no strong evidence linking baby powder with ovarian cancer.
Jan 10, 2020
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