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Certain hair products — many of which are used on black girls from birth to help straighten their hair — have been linked to such health issues such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and breast cancer.

Study shows hair care products targeted to black community contain harmful chemicals

June 14, 2018Health

The quest for straighter and smoother hair may be causing significant health issues, according to a new study.

Baby with deadly bottle

Exposure to a common chemical family may affect baby boys’ development in the womb

March 2, 2015Health

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