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Johnson & Johnson announces $5.5 billion settlement of talc lawsuits
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Johnson & Johnson has agreed to a $5.5 billion settlement to resolve nearly 70,000 lawsuits alleging its talc-based products cause ovarian cancer. The company continues to deny liability, maintaining that its products are safe and asbestos-free.
Johnson & Johnson said on Monday (July 28, 2026) it has reached a $5.5 billion settlement that will resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits alleging its baby powder and other talc products cause ovarian cancer.
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