Cancer. For children and adults taking TNF blockers, including HUMIRA, the chance of getting lymphoma or other cancers may increase. There have been cases of unusual cancers in children, teenagers, and young adults using TNF blockers. Some people have developed a rare type of cancer called hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma. This type of cancer often results in death. If using TNF blockers including HUMIRA, your chance of getting two types of skin cancer (basal cell and squamous cell) may increase. These types are generally not life-threatening if treated; tell your doctor if you have a bump or open sore that doesn't heal."
When it comes to personal care products, "most commercial dryer sheets and liquid fabric softeners are composed of noxious chemicals combined with a hefty dose of synthetic fragrance chemicals," according to Ecology Works. "Since these harsh chemicals permeate the clothing, they gradually enter the body through the skin and lungs. Alarmingly, many of these chemicals can directly affect the nervous system and endocrine system, and can contribute to respiratory irritation, asthma, and chronic illnesses,"
Ads that tell you that you stink (or need a life-threatening drug for a minor condition) are not just annoying and shameless capitalism/consumerism--though they are. They are harmful for your health.
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