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Can talcum powder cause cancer as WHO claims? – Firstpost

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Can talcum powder cause cancer as WHO claims? – Firstpost

Talc is frequently used in blush, eye shadow, powders, and other cosmetic items. However, the World Health Organization’s cancer agency on Friday classified the mineral, mined from the Earth, as “probably carcinogenic” for humans. While some who frequently use talcum powders are concerned about the most recent statement, an outside expert cautioned against mistaking it … Read more

Five-year breast cancer survival rate at 66.4 percent across 11 geographical areas in India: Study

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Five-year breast cancer survival rate at 66.4 percent across 11 geographical areas in India: Study

NEW DELHI: The five-year survival rate of women patients who were diagnosed with breast cancer stands at 66.4 per cent across 11 geographical areas in India, according to a study. The five-year survival rate refers to the percentage of people who are alive five years after diagnosis. It does not include those who die from … Read more