Baby powder or talc is regarded as basic hygiene products. It is considered a very good moisture absorbent. It effectively reduces friction. Applying powder reduces discomfort and you might feel fresher for a longer time duration.
How talcum powder is carcinogenic?
However, the routine use of talc in the genital area has resulted in ovarian cancer in women. There are many shreds of evidence that suggest that long-term use of talc increases the risk of ovarian cancer.
Women with long-term use of the powder were diagnosed with cancer. After this, many women and their families have filed a talcum powder cancer lawsuit against the company powder such as Johnson & Johnson's not warn consumers about the risks associated with the use of the product.
When talc mined have traces of other minerals. One of the trace minerals such as those found in the powder is asbestos. Asbestos is also known to be carcinogenic and harmful to human health. If the substance is accidentally inhaled, can cause tissue damage.
Studies have found that there is a clear link between long-term use of talc in the genital and ovarian cancer. Asbestos in talcum powder leads to ovarian cancer.
Why Should You File Talcum Powder Lawsuit?
If you or a member of your family has suffered from ovarian cancer and has a long history of using J & J talcum powder, you are eligible to file a claim against Johnson & Johnson. You may hire the legal attorney to support you in filing claim against this negligence.
Compensation claims are evaluated by several factors including the amount of health damage, loss of lifestyle, employment changes, travelling expenses to and out of the hospital, and so forth.