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Popular sunscreen brand recalled due to “cancer risk”

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3 years ago

August 2, 2021

A popular brand of sunscreen is being recalled in Australia after traces of the chemical “benzene” were found in some batches.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued the alert for the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen Spray SPF 50+ aerosol sunscreen.

The TGA says batches with an expiry date of August 30, 2023, or earlier should not be used due to possible health risks linked to benzene.

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Johnson & Johnson Pacific Pty Ltd is recalling all batches of this product due to the detection of benzene in some batches.
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— TGA Australia (@TGAgovau) August 2, 2021

Benzene is classified as a human carcinogen, a substance that could potentially cause cancer

Consumers are being urged that they should discard the products and seek a refund via the Neutrogena website.

All unsold products will be removed from the market.

Johnson & Johnson product testing detected benzene at concentrations in some batches supplied in Australia.

To Australian standards, TGA has limits on these types of solvents and benzene must be below a concentration of two parts per million (ppm) in medicines. This includes sunscreen products that are listed as medicines.

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Why the meme-stock frenzy is unlikely to repeat

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5 days ago

May 14, 2024

Nathan Langridge

GME shares surge 74%, but experts stress a meme-stock frenzy resurgence is unlikely due to fundamental differences in the company’s financial situation.

Australia’s budget unveils a second consecutive surplus of A$9.3 billion, prioritising the critical minerals industry and green energy initiatives to reduce reliance on Chinese supply.

Also, GameStop shares have surged 74%, but experts caution against expecting a repeat of the 2021 meme-stock frenzy. #featured #trending

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Why are airlines after the Biden Administration?

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6 days ago

May 14, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Major airlines are taking legal action against the Biden administration over a newly implemented rule requiring them to disclose fees upfront.

On this episode of Hot Shots – Major airlines are suing the Biden Administration, AI-piloted fighter jets, SpaceX faces funding challenges, and Apple receives crushing feedback.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Veronica Dudo discuss. #featured #trending

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The mounting pressure on Government spends

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6 days ago

May 13, 2024

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Questions abound regarding the factors fueling this inflation surge in Australia and whether it correlates with the escalating government expenditures.

Concerns extend to how Chalmers navigates the mounting pressure amid discrepancies in spending allocations.

Moreover, as Australians grapple with the reality of rising living costs, the feasibility of cutting spending becomes a pressing issue. Additionally, amidst economic uncertainties, individuals seek guidance on managing stock market risks effectively. #Featured #Trending