Louisiana has been warned of soaring toxic gas levels that can "directly damage DNA." A recent study revealed that toxic levels of ethylene oxide (EtO) gas were found in parts of Louisiana, at ...

The EPA is warning Fort Myers residents about American Contract Systems' ethylene oxide emissions. The plant is located at 11600 Adelmo Lane.

Studies have connected ethylene oxide exposure to cancers of the stomach, breasts, and lungs, and have found that it can alter DNA, causing negative health effects in unborn children.

"Ethylene oxide has been shown to directly damage DNA, meaning that exposures that occur in early life are more dangerous." The EPA just announced stricter rules on ethylene oxide that would require ...

Ethylene oxide is used to sterilize medical equipment because it breaks down DNA — but that’s also what makes it cause cancer.

Ethylene oxide emissions from 2 plants could have raised cancer risks for Lake County neighbors, ... animal studies confirmed its powerful ability to scramble DNA could trigger cancers.

Ethylene oxide has long been linked to cancers of the breasts, lymph nodes, and lungs. Skip to content. ... Research also found that it is a mutagen, meaning it can alter DNA.

In the first trial in hundreds of Georgia lawsuits, retired truck driver Gary Walker, 75, contends emmissions from ethylene oxide caused his cancer.

Studies have connected ethylene oxide exposure to cancers of the stomach, breasts, and lungs, and have found that it can alter DNA, causing negative health effects in unborn children.