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The Digest:

Global healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson is facing a major lawsuit in the UK, with over 3,000 people alleging its talc-based baby powder caused their cancer. The claimants accuse the corporation of knowingly selling products contaminated with asbestos for decades while concealing the risks from the public, a charge the company vehemently denies.

Key Points:
  • Over 3,000 people in the UK are suing Johnson & Johnson and its spin-off, Kenvue.
  • The lawsuit alleges the company's talcum powder was contaminated with asbestos.
  • Claimants say they developed ovarian cancer or mesothelioma after decades of use.
  • The legal action accuses J&J of suppressing information about the risks.
  • Johnson & Johnson maintains its product is safe, asbestos-free, and does not cause cancer.
  • The company faces tens of thousands of similar lawsuits in the United States.
  • One claimant stated, "We were told it was pure, and it was good for you."
This legal storm challenges the legacy of a household brand, forcing a confrontation between corporate accountability and the enduring trust of consumers who feel betrayed by a product meant for care.

Sources: Sky News