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Benzene | Benzene is a chemical solvent to which many people have been exposed in their homes, workplaces and daily travels. Commonly found in cigarette smoke, oil and gas emissions, benzene was once widely found in manufacturing plants and remains one of the top 20 chemicals made in the United States. | View more |
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and Benzene | Non-Hodgkin’s lymphomais a form of blood cancer. Recent research has revealed that high levels of PCBs can cause non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. | View more |
Silicosis | Silicosis is a lung disease from exposure to sand, often seen in sandblasters and painters. | View more |