ADVISORY/Study Finds Naphthalene Causes Cancer in Rats.Business Editors ADVISORY... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 29, 2001 TOPIC: U.S. government researchers conducted a study that states naphthalene, a chemical found in mothballs and public restroom deodorizers, causes cancer in rats, according to an article by Reuters. The results of the study concern scientists at the National Toxicology Program (NTP) who fear humans may be at risk of getting cancer from naphthalene through exposure in the consumer and workplace environments. After German workers who were exposed to naphthalene developed cancers such as larynx, gastric, nasal and colon cancer, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Environmental Protection Agency suggested the tests on naphthalene. EXPERTS: ExpertSource can offer several highly qualified experts to comment on this story: Ms. Lael J. Pickett is the vice president of compliance processes for Virtual Compliance, Inc. Her considerable background includes positions as Official Observer The Official Observer (sometimes "OO") is a member of the Amateur Auxiliary and member of the ARRL field organization responsible for monitoring amateur radio activity for FCC rules violation. The Official Observer is just another amateur radio operator and has no official status. to the United Nations' Subcommittee and Committee of Experts on Dangerous Goods
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