Talc Powder’s Link to Ovarian Cancer

Thousands of women are claiming their ovarian cancer was caused by talcum powder products like J&J Baby Powder. Learn more about the evidence, why courts are siding with the victims, and how you can Join the Many to hold manufacturers accountable.

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Talc Powder & Cancer: What’s the Connection?

Ovarian Cancer

Multiple studies have identified up to and beyond a 90% increased risk of ovarian cancer in women who regularly use talc powder on or around their genitals. Symptoms include:

Bloating
Weight loss
Constipation or other bowel issues
Feeling full quickly while eating
Frequent urination

Mesothelioma

Additionally, inhaling talc powder has been linked to an increased risk of mesothelioma, a type of cancer affecting the thin layer of tissue that covers most of your internal organs. Symptoms include:

Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Unexplained weight loss
Painful coughing
Lumps under the skin around the chest

How Could This Happen?

Prolonged exposure to talc-based products like J&J Baby Powder has been repeatedly linked to an increased risk of serious illness, dating back to the 1970s. How could manufacturers let this happen?

To understand how thousands of people could be harmed by a product they trusted to be safe, we must go back to the source–literally. In nature, talc deposits naturally occur near deposits of asbestos, a deadly carcinogen. When mining for talc, it can be contaminated with asbestos. However, even talc that hasn’t been contaminated can be dangerous.

Scientists began discovering talc particles embedded deep in ovarian tumors. We now understand that these women were at a greater risk for ovarian cancer simply by including a talc-based powder in their feminine hygiene routine.

Dr. Daniel Brietkopf, an expert in obstetrics and gynecology at the Mayo Clinic, stresses:

“There is some evidence that talc particles may migrate through the genital tract, through the uterus and fallopian tubes, thus exposing the ovaries and lining of the pelvic organs to the substance. Whether talc particles cause ovarian cancer has not been definitively proven by scientists. Given the uncertainty regarding talc, it seems prudent to limit its use in the genital area.”

Additional research showed that inhaling talc powder can increase a person’s risk of lung cancer or mesothelioma.

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Verdicts and Settlements Against J&J

For decades, J&J continued to manufacture its talc-based powder and market it as perfectly safe to use. It wasn’t until 2020, more than 10 years after the first baby powder lawsuit was filed, that J&J announced it would discontinue talc-based products in the United States and Canada.

Years of inaction from J&J can be linked to thousands of cancer diagnoses in customers who trusted their product for decades. Thankfully, the courts have sided again and again with victims who allege talc powder caused their cancer.

2016 A jury awarded $55 million to Gloria Ristesund, who was being treated for ovarian cancer after using J&J baby powder for decades.	2017 Eva Echeverria received a $417 million verdict after using baby powder daily since the 1950s and developing stage 4 ovarian cancer.	2018 Stephen Lanzo was awarded $37 million in compensatory damages and $80 million in punitive damages against J&J over claims that he contracted mesothelioma after exposure to contaminated talc powder products.
2019 A jury awarded $30 million to Teresa Leavitt who was diagnosed with mesothelioma, caused by using J&J talcum powder.	2020 A court of appeals upheld a previous $2 billion verdict on behalf of 22 women who alleged talc powder caused their ovarian cancer.	2021 A jury awarded $26.4 million to Christina Prudencio, who claimed J&J’s asbestos-contaminated talc products caused her to develop mesothelioma.

Should You Join the Many?

We’ve helped countless victims take the fight to J&J in response to their negligence. If you or a loved one were diagnosed, add your voice to the many. Together, we can hold corporations accountable and help prevent this from happening again.

You may qualify if you...

You (or your loved one) used a talc-based powder in the genital area for one or more years
You (or your loved one) were diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2000 or later OR diagnosed with mesothelioma

If you’re seeking a case review of a loved one who passed away from ovarian cancer, their passing must have occured after October 2019.

Time Is Running Out to File a Claim

After a cancer diagnosis, most J&J talc powder cases are subject to a strict statute of limitations. The exact time frame depends on where you live. We strongly encourage you to act now to ensure you can receive the compensation you’re owed.

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Find Talc Powder Legal Help in

A cancer diagnosis under any circumstances is devastating. If you’re already dealing with illness, medical bills, and treatment, jumping into a lawsuit can sound totally overwhelming. We want to make sure that does not stand in the way of the justice you deserve.

The legal system is confusing and frustrating, but our job is to level the playing field for you. When you Join the Many, you gain access to a network of legal experts who can guide you through this entire process from beginning to end, do all the heavy lifting, and won’t charge you a dime unless your case is won.

We will only match you with attorneys who specialize in cases like yours. They are trusted and vetted, with proven track records of securing settlements for their clients.

Your Questions, Answered

How much will this cost?

A case review with Join the Many costs nothing. We just want to hear your story to determine if you may have a qualifying talc powder case. If you do, we’ll match you with attorneys who won’t charge any legal fees unless you’re awarded compensation.

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If your case qualifies, we’ll match you with the best attorney for your situation so they can begin working on your behalf immediately. We’ll also ask for permission to gather important medical records that can help prove your case, so you don’t have to worry about tracking down paperwork.

How much will my talc powder settlement be?

While we can’t predict how much you could be awarded, we can use previous verdicts as a guide. Many settlements climb into the hundreds of millions. Your amount will depend entirely on the facts of your case.

Importantly, when you Join the Many, you won’t be sharing a settlement with other victims. You don’t have to worry about ending up with a check for pennies while a lawyer walks away with thousands. Your case is decided on its own, and any compensation is yours alone.

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