Did you know that common household products may increase your risk of cancer? Many products have been found to contain unsafe levels of a chemical called benzene that has been linked to blood cancers and diseases and implicated in a leukemia lawsuit. Here are three products to watch out for in your home.
Sunscreen
You wear SPF to prevent cancer, but some sunscreens may actually increase your risk. Dozens of sunscreens were recently recalled because they contained concerning levels of benzene. If your sunscreen is on the list, discontinue use and consult your primary care doctor.
Deodorant Sprays
Deodorants keep you smelling fresh all day, but at what cost? Some deodorant sprays were recently removed from store shelves due to high benzene levels. Consider switching to a natural deodorant that uses baking soda or acids to control sweat and odor.
Cleaning Chemicals
You use cleaners to keep your home healthy and germ-free, but some of them may do more harm than good. Cleaning chemicals like degreasers have been found to have very high benzene levels, and leukemia lawsuits have been brought on behalf of workers who were exposed to these chemicals on the job.
Do you suspect that you or a loved one has experienced negative health effects from exposure to benzene? Benzene Lawyers is a toxic tort law firm serving workers diagnosed with blood and bone marrow diseases as a result of benzene exposure.
