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Hair Straightener Causes Cancer?

In this episode of Beyond Clinical Walls, Dr. Curry-Winchell M.D., aka Dr. BCW, discusses new research that links chemicals commonly used in hair straighteners and uterine cancer. These products are disproportionately used in the black community and lead to serious health issues. Please take the time to look at the research and make informed decisions.

 

Link to research linking hair straighteners to uterine cancer:

https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/study-shows-incidence-rates-aggressive-subtypes-uterine-cancer-rising

Link to Dove Crown Act aimed at fighting against hair discrimination:

https://www.dove.com/us/en/stories/campaigns/the-crown-act.html