Research has shown the link between talc powder and ovarian cancer has been known for decades. The public was not warned about this risk and this has caused a huge problem for Johnson and Johnson with their sales of Baby Powder and Shower to Shower.

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Johnson & Johnson Target of Case for Failing to
Report Cancer Risk
Less than two months after jurors awarded $72 million to the family of a woman who died fromovarian cancer, a similar case
has gone to trial in the same jurisdiction.
Jurors in St. Louis have begun hearing the case involving cancer caused by the use of talc, a common mineral found in
personal hygiene powders and cosmetics. Court documents indicate the plaintiff used Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder for
feminine hygiene purposes and also to ease symptoms of endometriosis, a condition in which the lining of the uterus is
outside the uterus and attached to other organs. The woman, now 62, was diagnosed five years ago with endometriod
ovarian cancer.
“This case is yet another example of Johnson & Johnson’s refusal to acknowledge the cancer risk of talc can lead to,” said
Attorney Lisa G. Douglas. “Women across the country are being diagnosed with cancer every day because they have used
products that they thought were safe. They thought these talcumpowder products were safe because Johnson & Johnson
has never admitted that they are not.”
The suit contends that use of the talc-containing powder increased her cancer risk 214 percent. Counsel for the plaintiff told
jurors that Johnson & Johnson has known of the cancer risk for decades but has refused to warn consumers that using talc-
containing products over an extended period could pose serious health dangers.
When used for female personal hygiene in the genital area, particles of talc — frombody powder or products that contain
talc, such as tampons — can travel through the reproductive system, settling in the ovaries. Research has found that long-
termuse of products containing talc can raise cancer risk 30 percent.
There are more than 1,000 lawsuits across the United States involving talc and resulting cancers. In February 2016, jurors in
St. Louis found that the family of an Alabama woman who died fromovarian cancer should receive $72 million fromJohnson
& Johnson. The case brought to light the fact that the company had known for many years about the cancer risk but had
not warned consumers. Also, testimony during the trial noted that Johnson & Johnson had specially targeted African-
American women in marketing efforts. African-American women use body powders for personal hygiene at a higher rate
than the female population in general.
Such lawsuits are increasing in number, but they are not new. A similar case went to trial in 2013 in South Dakota. The jury
there found Johnson & Johnson liable for the plaintiff’s ovarian cancer. The plaintiff turned down a $1.3 million settlement
offer fromthe company because it contained a clause that would have prevented her fromspeaking about the cancer risk of
talc.
To date, none of Johnson & Johnson’s hygiene products that contain talc bear a warning label indicating the cancer risk.
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer after using talc-containing products, contact the Law Office
of Lisa G. Douglas: 2300 Main Street, North Little Rock, AR72114; 1888-THELAWYER, 24 hours a day; or online,
www.LisaGDouglas.com.
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