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Show VALLEY NEWS some extent on age at the time of exposure. Childhood exposure is linked to an nee risk for leukemia and thyroid cancer. Expos' reproductive years increases the risk for ieee cancer, and exposure later in life increases risk for lung cancer. Exposure to X-radiation and gamma radiaof the salivary glands, stomach, colon, bladder, ovaries, central nervous system, and skin. Of the total worldwide exposure to X-radiation and gamma-radiation, 55 percent is from low-dose medical diagnosis such as bone, chest, and dental X-rays, and 43 percent is from natural sources like radon. Other sources, such as industry, scientific research, military weapons testing, nuclear accidents and nuclear power generation, account for about 2 percent. Neutrons are also listed in the report “known human carcinogen.” They cause genetic damage similar to that of X-radiation and gamma radiation, and thus can cause the same cancers. Neutron radiation is used less than other types of radiation in industys medicine, and research The general populatio from cosmic radiation ‘that penetrates the earth’s tmosphere. Eleven substances have been added to the “reasonably anticipated” category: Naphthalene is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of many industrial chemicals, and has been used as an ingredient i in some moth repellants and toilet bowl in the report as “reasonably anticipated to bea foo carcinogen,” based on inhalation studies in animals 2 tor of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and the National ee Program, which prepared the report fo Ss. “arcinogen El h Editi referred to as the “RoC,” lists cancer-causing agents in two categories—‘‘known to be human carcinogens” and‘‘reasonably anticipated to be human carcinogens.’ rt now contains 58 “known” and 188 “reasonably anticipated” listings. Federal law requires the Secretary of the Department of Health and nee Services to publish the report every two Six substances have been.‘added to the “known” category Hepatitis B virusus (HBV) ) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) are viruses that cause acute or chronic liver disease. They are are listed in the repot “kno human carcinogens” because studies |in humans show that chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C infections cause liver cancer. Approximately one million United States residents are chronically infected with HBV, which primarily is transmitted through sexual contact (50%) and intravenous drug use (15%). HCV is the leading cause of liver disease in the United States with more than three million people infected. The major risk factor for hepatitis C infection is illegal intravenous drug use, which accounts for 60 percent of acute infections in adults. The incidence of both hepatitis B and Pe : infections is decreasing among United States ents. A vaccine is available for preventing bepati itis B infection but not hepatitis C infection. Infections can also be prevented by seteening g blood a a by! reducing contact « flui Human Paplanies (HPVs) are viruses infect genital and mucous membranes. Some of these genital mucosal type HPVs are listed iin the report as “known hi * because studies benign lung tumors in female mice. MelQ, MelQx, and PhIP are heterocyclic amine compounds formed when meats and eggs are cooked or grilled at high temperatures. These compounds are also found in cigarette smoke. They are listed ini the report as “reasonably anticipated tto be showed they caused cancer in multiple organs including the forestomach, colon, liver, oral cavity, mammary gland, skin, and cecum. Several human studies suggest there is an increased risk for breast and c ‘oloreectal cancers related to consumption of Approximately 20 million people in the United States are infected with genital HPVs, and 5.5 million new infections occur each year. Most people infected do not have symptoms, but some develop genital warts or cervical abnormaliti X-radiation and gamma-radiation are "iste j in because human broiled o —_ studi Tax Benefits and Credits cer in humans, and cancer of the kidney, brain or lung instudies with laboratory animals. Cok ybalt S If Mary Etta Tubbs, F:L.E., coloring agents for ceramics, and as drying The Disability Forum agents in inks and paints. Cobalt sulfate is Living and Working with Disabilities listed as “reasonably anticipated to be a A series of informational publications have been I ed on inhalation studdesigned to educate taxpayers about the tax impact of sigies in laboratory animals that showed it caus- nifiicant life events. This article presents basic information TobL, es adrenal gland and lung tumors. be EVAN ADIS ee Sree eoTe Diazoaminobenzene is a chemical used an intermediate in the production of dyes ith disabilities, and/or busi th i ishing and to promote adhesion of natural rubber to to accommodate persons with disabilities, Additional steel. Diazoaminobenzene is listed as “reainformation can und in IRS Publication 907 (Tax sonably anticipated to be a human carcino- Highlights,for Persons with evenmans gen” metabolized n may qualify _ a i As a per SH Aad to benzene, a “known human carcinogen,” and because it causes genetic damage in labStandard Deduction: If you are legally blind, you may = oratory animals. entitled to a higher standard deduction on your tax return Nitrobenzene is a chemical used mainly (see IRS Publication 501). in the production of other industrial chemiGross _ Inco! e: Disability-related payments may be cals. It is listed as “reasonably anticipated to excluded fernBTSs income. These include compensatory be a human carcinogen” because inhalation damages for a physical injury or sickness; a permanent studies of this compound produced cancer in loss, or the loss of the use, of a part or function of your 1 tal Hs }. ody; or a permanent disfigurement. Veterans 1-Amino-2, 4-dibromoanthraquinone is a Administration (VA) disability benefits and Supplemental vat dye that is used in the textile industry. It Security Income (SSI) may also be excluded from your is listed as “reasonably anticipated to be a ross income (see IRS Publication 525). human carcinogen’ “based on evidence that it hnindsome Related Work Expenses: If you have a causes cancer | animals. you mat be able to ded: ti t (as am 44’- Thiodianiline has been used as ee some of your work expenses aed intermediate in the preparation of several cellaneous to your impairment. Some examples would be an on-thekinds of dyes. It is listed as “reasonably anticjob attendant, a screen reader, or a sign language interpreter ipated to bea human carcinogen” basedo (see IRS Publication 529). evidence that it causes cancer in experimenCredit for the Elderly or for Someone with a Disability: animals. You may be entitled to the credit for the elderly or disabled if itromethane is used in specialized fuels, you are: a) 65 or older, or if you were under 65 at the end of explosives, and in the synthesis of pharmathe calendar year; b) are permanently and totally disabled, c) ceuticals and agricultural chemicals. It is listed as “reasonably anticipated to be a human you!received taxable disability income, and id) you have not carcinogen’ ” based that it causes cancer in experimental animals. The Report on Carcinogens, Eleventh Edition, is prepared by the National Toxicology Program, an interagency group coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and oe Services. The full report the NTP website Medical Expenditures: You may be able to deduct home improvements and additions that are added pri imarily for medical care. The cost of certain educational services and Juir long as these expenses are made to alleviate your physical or mental condition. Examples of potentially qualifying improvements are: a) the installation of ramps or elevator; gular pr inted edi- i en ammunition, and cabl i Lead are used in paint, glass and ceramics, fuel additives, and in some ethnic and ceremonial cosmetics. The report lists | easonably anticipated to be human carcinogens” because exposure to lead or lead compounds is associated with a small increased risk for lung or stomach can- these kinds ofaradiation causes es many types of can cer including leukemia and cancers of the thyroid, breast, and lung. 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