Some Chemicals Used in Cleaning Linked to Thyroid Cancer

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By Alexandra Preston

Arguably necessary for our developed world, chemicals are used extensively in countless products, including personal care products. And although some of them may be effective, many of them also come with some health risks. One recent study shows that occupational exposure to common chemical disinfectants, sanitizers, sterilizers, and deodorizers may increase the risk of developing thyroid cancer.

Those who work with these chemicals have an estimated 65% higher risk of developing the disease compared to those who don’t, the Yale University researchers said.

The research studied the risk of thyroid cancer in relation to workplace exposure to agricultural pesticides and biocides …read more

Source: naturalsociety.com

    

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