BLOG: The link between talcum powder and mesothelioma. Join our talc claim
Published on: 8/16/2024
Despite denying the risks between cancer and its baby powder, Johnson & Johnson has set aside over $4 billion for U.S. victims diagnosed with mesothelioma. We believe UK talc cancer victims deserve compensation too. Our lawyers are taking a stand against Johnson & Johnson to secure justice for those affected by talc-related mesothelioma.
Why is talc linked to mesothelioma?
Decades ago, asbestos was widely used in construction, putting workers, especially men, at high risk. Most people are aware of the danger caused by asbestos exposure, but the link between talc and asbestos is not as well known.
Talc and asbestos are natural minerals that often occur together. During mining, their closeness can lead to cross-contamination. When asbestos fibres enter the body, this can cause inflammation and genetic changes that may develop into mesothelioma.
Using talcum powder regularly increases the risk of asbestos exposure and cancer, but it can take more than 20 years for mesothelioma to develop. Because of this, those who receive a diagnosis of mesothelioma are usually in their later years of life.
People diagnosed with life-changing and life-limiting cancers have shared their feelings of ‘betrayal’ by talcum powder manufacturers. Reflecting on their experiences with Johnson & Johnson, many have expressed it simply as: “They knew. They lied. We paid the price.”
Join our talc scandal claim
Our lawyers are pursuing a talc cancer claim against Johnson & Johnson. We believe the manufacturer knew as early as the 1970s that its talc products contained dangerous asbestos, yet it failed to warn its customers. Shockingly, Johnson & Johnson continued producing and selling these hazardous products in the UK until 2022.
People who have joined our claim have developed cancer after using Johnson & Johnson´s talcum powder products and have experienced a life-changing illness. In some cases, they have died from their cancer, leaving their families devastated. All these innocent individuals deserve justice.
If you or a loved one has developed cancer following extensive talcum powder use, join our talc scandal action against Johnson & Johnson. Working on a no-win, no-fee basis, we ensure you can seek justice without any financial burden.