Johnson & Johnson Faces Lawsuit in UK over Talcum Powder Cancer Risks
Thousands of people in the UK are taking legal action against Johnson & Johnson (J&J) and its consumer health arm, Kenvue, over alleged cancer risks from their talcum powder.
- Over 3,000 people claim they or a family member developed ovarian cancer or mesothelioma from using Johnson's baby powder between 1965 and 2023.
- A lawsuit has been filed at the High Court in London seeking damages against the pharmaceutical giant.
The lawsuit also targets Kenvue UK, which was split from J&J in 2023 and now operates as a separate business.
Both minerals, when in their fibrous form, are classified as asbestos and linked to potentially deadly cancers.
Author's summary: Johnson & Johnson faces UK lawsuit over talcum powder cancer risks.