International Agency for Research on Cancer
Coverage of International Agency for Research on Cancer in the Nexus archive.
- AG James Uthmeier launches investigation into bread additive
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an investigation into commercial baking products containing potassium bromate, which has been linked to cancer in animal testing and is banned in many countries. The probe targets companies like General Mills and its Pillsbury subsidiary, with subpoenas to follow. Legislation to ban potassium bromate and other additives, co-sponsored by Rep. Lindsey Cross and Rep. Meg Weinberger, stalled in committee.
- Skin cancer 'set to surge by 2050' with cases of deadly melanoma and other forms rising worldwide, major study warns
A major study warns that skin cancer cases, including deadly melanoma, are expected to surge worldwide by 2050. This increase is a global concern, with rising cases of various forms of skin cancer. The study highlights the need for awareness and preventive measures.