Question: Do Tampons Cause Cancer?
I read that there is a material in tampons that cause cancer. Is this true? Or are tampons safe to use?
Answer: You may have read an email or flyer stating that tampons cause cancer because they contain asbestos, dioxin, and other synthetic fibers that can cause cancer in women. Fortunately, this is only an urban legend; using tampons does not cause cancer.
In fact, tampons do not even contain asbestos. The FDA maintains that there is no asbestos in the tampon or as part of the manufacturing process.
Dioxin was previously used in tampons in the past, and at very low amounts. Today, dioxin is not contained in tampons.
The bottom line is that when used properly and as directed, tampons are safe to use.
In fact, tampons do not even contain asbestos. The FDA maintains that there is no asbestos in the tampon or as part of the manufacturing process.
Dioxin was previously used in tampons in the past, and at very low amounts. Today, dioxin is not contained in tampons.
The bottom line is that when used properly and as directed, tampons are safe to use.
Source: The Canadian Cancer Society
