Benzene is a known carcinogen.

Benzene is a known carcinogen that can cause leukemia. Benzene exposure has been associated with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and other types of leukemia. Causes of benzene exposure include industrial work, such as working in a refinery or chemical plant; home use of products containing benzene; breathing air pollution that contains benzene; drinking water contaminated with benzene; and smoking cigarettes contaminated with benzene.

Benzene is a known human carcinogen. It is a Group 1 carcinogen, which means that it can cause cancer in humans.

Benzene also has been classified as a Group 1A and Group 1B carcinogen.

Benzene exposure causes Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and other types of leukemia.

Benzene exposure can cause Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), a type of cancer that is more common in adults.

Benzene exposure can also cause other types of leukemia, including acute lymphocytic leukemia and chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML).

Refinery workers, chemical plant workers, and other industrial workers are among those at highest risk for developing AML due to benzene exposure.

As of November 2018, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommended that workers not be exposed to more than 0.1 ppm (0.1 mg/m3) over an 8-hour period.

Some workers who were exposed to high levels of benzene developed AML. Workers involved in oil refining, chemical manufacturing and processing, rubber manufacturing, agriculture, or waste treatment are among those at highest risk for developing AML due to benzene exposure.*

• Source: "Benzene," NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/npgd0065pdfs/npgd0065_section_01_pages/NPGD0065Section01Page01bhealtheffectsbenzene.pdf

Benzene exposure can also occur in the workplace, home, or community.

Benzene is also a byproduct of gasoline, cigarette smoke, and some dry cleaning fluids. It can be found in the air at gas stations, auto body shops, and dry cleaners. Workers who mix paints and solvents containing benzene are at risk for exposure to this toxin.

The Environmental Protection Agency has evaluated the human carcinogenic potential of benzene with sufficient evidence to classify it as a human carcinogen.

Benzene is classified as a known human carcinogen by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA has classified benzene as a Group A1 human carcinogen, which means that it is "known to be carcinogenic to humans." In addition, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies benzene in Group 1: "Carcinogenic to Humans."

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has evaluated the certainty of benzene as a cause of cancer in humans as sufficient evidence for leukemia other than chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). It further classifies benzene as Group 1 (known human carcinogen).

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has evaluated the certainty of benzene as a cause of cancer in humans as sufficient evidence for leukemia other than chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). It further classifies benzene as Group 1 (known human carcinogen).

The general population is exposed to benzene from multiple sources, including tobacco smoke and emissions from automobiles.

Benzene is a known human carcinogen. IARC classifies benzene as Group 1 (known human carcinogen).

Benzene can cause AML

Benzene is a known carcinogen and has been linked to leukemia. In fact, benzene exposure is one of the most important causes of AML. Benzene can also lead to other types of leukemia and other blood cancers. It's important to understand how you might be exposed so that you can take precautions or take action if necessary.

Benzene exposure can occur in workplace settings as well as in your home or community. The EPA has classified benzene as a human carcinogen, meaning it causes cancer in people.

Benzene is an odorless, colorless chemical that can cause AML and other types of leukemia. Benzene exposure can occur at home, work or in the community. The National Cancer Institute estimates that between 5% and 10% of all cancers may be caused by benzene exposure, which is why it's important to minimize your exposure when possible.

If you or a loved one was exposed to benzene and developed leukemia call us at 1-800-799-7914 or contact us today.

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