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Chemical Exposure
Does Roundup Cause Multiple Myeloma?
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- Two medical studies have confirmed that people who are exposed to Roundup can develop multiple myeloma.
- The WHO classified Roundup as “probably carcinogenic to humans,” while The University of Washington found that people who use Roundup are 41% more likely to develop cancer than those who don’t.
- If you or a loved one developed cancer after using Roundup, Tosi Law can help you determine if you qualify for financial compensation.
While most Roundup cancer lawsuits involve non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, the herbicide is also known to cause multiple myeloma and other cancers. These findings were established in two studies conducted by The World Health Organization (WHO) and the University of Washington.
Roundup was introduced to the market in 1974 by the American agrochemical company Monsanto, and it soon became the most widely used herbicide in the world. In 2018, the German biotech conglomerate Bayer AG bought Monsanto and took custodianship of the herbicide.
Both companies have denied that Roundup causes any kind of cancer. However, there is growing evidence that regular exposure to Roundup is linked to a significantly higher risk of contracting multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and other types of cancer.
2019 Study States Roundup Increases Cancer Risk by 41 Percent
Roundup’s key ingredient is glyphosate, a non-selective herbicide that kills a wide range of plants by inhibiting an enzyme critical to plant growth. While glyphosate makes Roundup extremely effective at managing unwanted plants, it also makes Roundup so dangerous to its human users.Despite initially declaring Roundup safe for its users, the WHO issued a public health warning in 2015 confirming a link between glyphosate and cancer. A subsequent study published in 2019 by the University of Washington was more definite in its findings, stating that people exposed to Roundup have a 41 percent greater risk of developing cancer than people who are not exposed to the herbicide.
How Are People Exposed to Roundup and Increased Cancer Risk
Roundup is available in both granular and liquid forms and can be purchased without the need for special training or safety accreditation. Even though the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to maintain that the herbicide doesn’t pose a significant health risk to its users, research conducted by the University of Washington concluded that it significantly increases the risk of multiple myeloma and other cancers.
Most people are exposed to Roundup by:
- Breathing in mist, vapor, or dust while preparing or applying the herbicide.
- Absorbing it through the skin while using or touching plants that are still wet with spray.
- Ingesting it after touching their nose or mouth or eating after use without washing their hands.
People who work in agriculture, landscaping, and related industries are regularly exposed to Roundup for lengthy periods and, as a result, face the most risk. However, it’s important to note that even recreational Roundup users who have considerably less exposure are also at risk of developing multiple myeloma and other cancers.
Have Any Plaintiffs Sued Roundup for Damages
There are several ongoing civil lawsuits involving Roundup. In March 2019, a San Franciscojury awarded Edward Hardeman$80 million in damages based on his claim that Roundup gave him non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Expert witnesses for the plaintiff cited the University of Washington study’s findings that Roundup users face a 41 percent higher cancer risk than non-users. Jurors in the case found that using Roundup was a “substantial factor” in causing Mr Hardeman’s cancer.
In another case, a judge ordered Monsanto to pay plaintiff Dewayne Johnson $78 million in damages after the former school groundskeeper was diagnosed with terminal non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2014.
Bayer’s stock has dropped in value after these lawsuits, with experts expecting an influx of similar legal actions in the near future.
Are There Safer Alternatives to Roundup
With growing evidence that Roundup can cause multiple myeloma and other forms of cancer, you may be interested in finding safer weedkilling options. Good Housekeeping recommends several natural, non-toxic alternatives to Roundup.
Here is a brief summary of their suggestions:
- Build a two-inch thick weed barrier from mulch or straw.
- Pour boiling water (with added table salt) onto young weeds.
- Rock salt is an effective way to prevent weeds from growing along lawn edges.
- Spray vinegar on weeds and unwanted plants. Horticultural-grade vinegar with 20 percent acetic acid is recommended.
- Use a trowel or small hand rake to pull weeds out manually.
- Make weeds compete for soil, sun, and water by planting ground cover and other plants.
- If your property’s zoning allows it, a pet goat will happily eat dandelions, crabgrass, and other types of weed.
What Is Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that forms in the body’s plasma cells – a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infection. For people with multiple myeloma, cancer cells accumulate in the bone marrow and destroy healthy blood cells. As with any cancer, multiple myeloma can be fatal. The American Cancer Society estimates that 12,960 people will pass away from the disease in 2019.
Call Tosi Law if You Have Questions
If you or a loved one has developed multiple myeloma or any other type of cancer after being exposed to Roundup, you could be entitled to compensation. Please call Tosi Law LLP at 888-311-8292 for more information. Our defective product lawyers are ready to help you file a Roundup lawsuit.
