A large research review found that workers exposed to talc without asbestos contamination do not face increased risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma, or laryngeal cancer.
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Study finds no increased risk of respiratory cancers from asbestos-free talc exposure
13 For Lung Cancer, 8 For Mesothelioma, 7 For Laryngeal Canc Studies reviewed
1.13 Among Talc Miners (Within Safe Range) Lung cancer relative risk
None Reported In Primary Analysis Mesothelioma cases
13 Lung Cancer Studies studies analyzed
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