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  • August 2008

    • Moisturizers Increase Skin Cancer in Mice

      Daily Mail (UK)  |  Aug 15, 08 12:34 PM CDT

      Moisturizers Increase Skin Cancer in Mice

      (Newser) - Moisturizers used by millions around the world each day may increase skin cancer in mice, the Daily Mail reports. But many more tests are needed before researchers can draw conclusions about humans. In mouse experiments, animals primed to develop skin cancer were exposed to UV light. The moisturized mice developed non-melanoma cancers at a faster rate than the others, as well as twice as many tumors. More »

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      cancer  • cancer research  • skin cancer  • Rutgers  • cosmetics  • carcinogens

    • Chip-Makers Agree To Cut Carcinogen

      San Francisco Chronicle  |  Aug 2, 08 12:08 PM CDT

      Chip-Makers Agree To Cut Carcinogen

      (Newser) - Potato chip companies have agreed to settle a California lawsuit that charged them with not warning consumers about a cancer-causing chemical in their snacks, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. Frito-Lay, Kettle, and the company that makes Cape Cod potato chips will lower the levels of acrylamide in their products and pay the state around $2 million. More »

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      California  • cancer  • settlement  • civil lawsuits  • snack foods  • carcinogens  • french fries  • Frito Lay  • potatoes

  • April 2008

    • When Green Doesn't Mean Safe

      Los Angeles Times  |  Apr 28, 08 12:16 PM CDT

      When Green Doesn't Mean Safe

      (Newser) - Americans are increasingly buying eco-friendly cleaning agents, the Los Angeles Times reports, in an attempt to limit exposure to toxic chemicals. But consumer advocates urge caution in embracing the “green” label on cleaners, which is more marketing lingo than strict scientific criteria. A recent study found a common carcinogen in 50% of household cleaners, including those with earth-friendly labels. More »

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      cancer  • toxic chemicals  • green products  • eco friendliness  • carcinogens  • cleaning  • green revolution

  • November 2007

    • Night Shift Linked to Cancer

      Associated Press  |  Nov 29, 07 7:43 PM CST

      Night Shift Linked to Cancer

      (Newser) - Working the night shift might increase your risk of getting cancer, an international health agency says. That theory has been percolating for decades, but it will gain credence next month when the WHO declares night work a probable carcinogen, the AP reports. The designation, likely to be followed by the American Cancer Association, will put working at night into the company of UV radiation and anabolic steroids. More »

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      cancer  • World Health Organization  • carcinogens

  • July 2007

    • No Asbestos in Air After NY Blast

      New York Times  |  Jul 19, 07 2:31 PM CDT

      No Asbestos in Air After NY Blast

      (Newser) - No asbestos was found in the air today after a steam pipe explosion that led to one death and injured more than 30 in midtown Manhattan yesterday. The carcinogen has turned up in dirt and debris in and near the area, but officials say damage to long-term health is very unlikely given the brief exposure, reports the New York Times . More »

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      New York City  • Manhattan  • explosion  • carcinogens  • Grand Central Station  • asbestos  • steam

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