Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 Thousands in UK sue Johnson & Johnson over talcum powder cancer risks

The claim involves 3,000 people and focuses on internal memos and scientific reports, seen by the BBC.

* Over 3,000 people claim J&J was aware as early as the 1960s that its talcum powder contained fibrous forms of talc and asbestos minerals.
* Documents cited in the lawsuit allegedly show that J&J executives discussed how to conceal the risk of cancer from consumers and regulators.
* The firm denies any wrongdoing, stating that its baby powder was compliant with regulatory standards and did not contain asbestos.
* The lawsuit is part of a larger global effort to hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for the safety of their products.
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