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Karnataka Bans Use Of Plastic For Steaming Idlis: Expert Explains How It Can Be Carcinogenic
When exposed to heat, plastics release toxins. These toxins may leach into food, particularly when it is hot, oily or acidic.
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World Cancer Day 2025: Can Black Plastic Containers Used For Food Delivery Cause Cancer?
World Cancer Day 2025: The discussion gained momentum after a viral Instagram video, in which an influencer warned against using or reusing black plastic containers for food storage or microwaving.
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Microplastics In The Air May Be Leading To Lung And Colon Cancer: Study
The study reviewed approximately 3,000 research papers and identified potential links between airborne microplastics and various health conditions.
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World Environment Day 2020: Take Note Of These Toxins That Can Be Released From Everyday Products Around You
World Environment Day 2020: Minimise use of plastic and use only those cosmetics that are made with natural ingredients. These are some common everyday products that may contain toxins that can harm your health.
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Decorative Ceramics Wares In Your Homes May Raise Cancer Risk
The findings, led by the University of Plymouth in the UK, showed that cadmium was also found in everyday household products like second-hand plastic toys, drinking glasses, alcoholic beverage bottles.
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This Is Great! World's Smallest Device To Prevent Skin Cancer
There are no switches or interfaces to wear out, and it is completely sealed in a thin layer of transparent plastic, the researchers stated, in the paper published in the journal Science Translational Medicine.
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Can Using Sanitary Pads Lead To Cervical Cancer?
There is no scientific data backing this claim.
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Refilled Plastic Bottles Contain More Bacteria Than Your Toilet Seat
While drinking plenty of water in summers is a must, a recent study has revealed that drinking water from re-filled plastic bottles can harm your endocrine system and physical health
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Plastic Rice Rumours: Here Are 5 Easy Ways To Identify Fake Rice
After the news of fake eggs being sold at a Kolkata market triggered panic across the country, now the news of plastic rice being sold at some grocery outlets in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana has taken the internet by storm. Consumption of plastic rice is dangerous for health and can even lead to deadly diseases like cancer and birth defects. While ...
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Exposure to Plastic Chemicals During Pregnancy Can Increase Child's Asthma Risk
A new study suggests that exposure to the toxic chemicals in plastic during pregnancy can increase your child's risk of developing asthma.
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Underwire Bra, Plastic Surgery, Depression: Breast Cancer Risks And Myths
New Delhi:Â While attempts are being made to spread awareness around breast cancer, there are many myths that surround the disease. Some of them being depression, wearing an underwire bra and getting a plastic surgery done. Medical expert group came together last week to debunk these myths. Doctors blamed the stressful and erratic lifestyle of wome...
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Drinking from Cans Could Shoot Up Your Blood Pressure
'Can' your favourite drink cause you harm? Yes, especially if it comes from a can. A new study in the journal 'Hypertension' says plastic bottles and cans are generally lined with a chemical called Bisphenol A (BPA), the consumption of which has been...
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US woman sentenced after faking cancer to raise cash
Authorities say Toler helped organise fundraisers and collected more than USD 8,000. Medical records obtained by police show she didn't have cancer and paid a plastic surgeon with the money.
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Karnataka Bans Use Of Plastic For Steaming Idlis: Expert Explains How It Can Be Carcinogenic
When exposed to heat, plastics release toxins. These toxins may leach into food, particularly when it is hot, oily or acidic.
-
World Cancer Day 2025: Can Black Plastic Containers Used For Food Delivery Cause Cancer?
World Cancer Day 2025: The discussion gained momentum after a viral Instagram video, in which an influencer warned against using or reusing black plastic containers for food storage or microwaving.
-
Microplastics In The Air May Be Leading To Lung And Colon Cancer: Study
The study reviewed approximately 3,000 research papers and identified potential links between airborne microplastics and various health conditions.
-
World Environment Day 2020: Take Note Of These Toxins That Can Be Released From Everyday Products Around You
World Environment Day 2020: Minimise use of plastic and use only those cosmetics that are made with natural ingredients. These are some common everyday products that may contain toxins that can harm your health.
-
Decorative Ceramics Wares In Your Homes May Raise Cancer Risk
The findings, led by the University of Plymouth in the UK, showed that cadmium was also found in everyday household products like second-hand plastic toys, drinking glasses, alcoholic beverage bottles.
-
This Is Great! World's Smallest Device To Prevent Skin Cancer
There are no switches or interfaces to wear out, and it is completely sealed in a thin layer of transparent plastic, the researchers stated, in the paper published in the journal Science Translational Medicine.
-
Can Using Sanitary Pads Lead To Cervical Cancer?
There is no scientific data backing this claim.
-
Refilled Plastic Bottles Contain More Bacteria Than Your Toilet Seat
While drinking plenty of water in summers is a must, a recent study has revealed that drinking water from re-filled plastic bottles can harm your endocrine system and physical health
-
Plastic Rice Rumours: Here Are 5 Easy Ways To Identify Fake Rice
After the news of fake eggs being sold at a Kolkata market triggered panic across the country, now the news of plastic rice being sold at some grocery outlets in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana has taken the internet by storm. Consumption of plastic rice is dangerous for health and can even lead to deadly diseases like cancer and birth defects. While ...
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Exposure to Plastic Chemicals During Pregnancy Can Increase Child's Asthma Risk
A new study suggests that exposure to the toxic chemicals in plastic during pregnancy can increase your child's risk of developing asthma.
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Underwire Bra, Plastic Surgery, Depression: Breast Cancer Risks And Myths
New Delhi:Â While attempts are being made to spread awareness around breast cancer, there are many myths that surround the disease. Some of them being depression, wearing an underwire bra and getting a plastic surgery done. Medical expert group came together last week to debunk these myths. Doctors blamed the stressful and erratic lifestyle of wome...
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Drinking from Cans Could Shoot Up Your Blood Pressure
'Can' your favourite drink cause you harm? Yes, especially if it comes from a can. A new study in the journal 'Hypertension' says plastic bottles and cans are generally lined with a chemical called Bisphenol A (BPA), the consumption of which has been...
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US woman sentenced after faking cancer to raise cash
Authorities say Toler helped organise fundraisers and collected more than USD 8,000. Medical records obtained by police show she didn't have cancer and paid a plastic surgeon with the money.
