Missouri Woman Sues Johnson & Johnson Over Baby Powder Ovarian Cancer Claim
A Jackson County, Missouri woman sues Johnson & Johnson, alleging its baby powder talc caused her ovarian cancer, and claims negligence by Johnson & Johnson and talc supplier Imerys Talc America. The filing points to a 1982 study, a company visit to the lead researcher about adding warnings, and a 1994 letter to J&J’s CEO urging action. Johnson & Johnson has not yet responded.