Recent studies show chemical hair straighteners used by millions of people may cause 2.5x the risk of uterine cancer. Victims may be entitled to substantial compensation.
Lawyers are now filing claims for those affected:
Our attorneys have handled thousands of cancer lawsuits. However, the time to file a claim is limited.
According to a new study from the National Institutes of Health, women who frequently use chemical hair straighteners, or relaxers, faced a significantly higher risk of uterine and endometrial cancer.
The results were published October 17, 2022 after an 11-year study followed 33,497 women between the ages of 35 and 74.
Researchers found that among those using chemical hair straighteners or relaxers at least four times per year, the occurrence rate of uterine cancer rose nearly 2.5 times from 1.64% up to 4.05% of women.
They noted several chemicals in straighteners may contribute to the uterine cancer risk:
Unfortunately, manufacturers knew of prior studies showing their products may increase the risk of breast cancer or hormone-related cancers in women, and specifically uterine fibroids in African-American women. However, they kept marketing them.
Study leaders also found an unproportionate 60% of users were African American women, who also reported the most frequent use.
Lawyers have already begun filing lawsuits in federal court against the makers of chemical hair straighteners and relaxers on behalf of those diagnosed with cancer.
If you or a family member used any chemical hair straightener and have been diagnosed with uterine cancer or endometrial cancer, you may qualify for a case.
It costs nothing to speak with a lawyer, investigate or file your lawsuit unless you receive an award. However, there is a limited amount of time to take action.
The symptoms of uterine cancer include:
Although uterine cancer is uncommon and can be treated with chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, it is very important to diagnose it early. If you have any of the above symptoms, notify your doctor as soon as possible.
Contact us today to speak directly with a lawyer at no cost.
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The Hair Straightener Lawsuit Center is a free service for those who’ve been diagnosed with uterine cancer after using a chemical hair straightening product. Our victim advocates offer quick, free and helpful advice.
The Hair Straightener Lawsuit Center is a collection of lawyers, counselors, health providers and volunteers, partnered with highly experienced and specialized national defective product liability attorneys.
The victim advocates at the Hair Straightener Lawsuit Center work only with lawyers and firms that have handled thousands of defective product cancer lawsuits, and have navigated complicated federal multidistrict litigation courts. Your case will be handled quickly and effectively. Contact us today to see how we can help.
