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Unintentional exposure to Secondhand Chemo can have dire consequences.
The chemo drugs used to CURE cancer can also CAUSE cancer, miscarriage and birth defects.
Secondhand chemo: What is it?
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Secondhand chemo: What is it?
Our goal is to inform. Most families and caregivers are not aware of the grave risks associated with unintentional exposure to secondhand chemotherapy. These powerful drugs interact with the human body to mitigate and even cure cancer, but they are also proven to cause cancer, miscarriages and birth defects.
Pharmacists and oncology work
Our goal is to inform. Most families and caregivers are not aware of the grave risks associated with unintentional exposure to secondhand chemotherapy. These powerful drugs interact with the human body to mitigate and even cure cancer, but they are also proven to cause cancer, miscarriages and birth defects.
Pharmacists and oncology workers are all aware of the grave risks associated with handling chemotherapy drugs. These healthcare workers follow strict federally mandated protocols to protect themselves while handling these dangerous chemicals. However there is little patient or caregiver education, and no safeguards are offered to protect families and caregivers from exposure.
We know about the terrible effects of secondhand smoke and how it led to changes in the tobacco industry. We know about Erin Brokovich and how her diligent work led better outcomes for families whose water was contaminated with carcinogenic chemicals. It is time for us to act, educate and offer hope to those whose loved ones are chemotherapy patients.
My story
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Secondhand chemo: What is it?
I have firsthand experience with the effects of secondhand exposure to a cancer patient’s chemotherapy. My symptoms included chronic tingling of my hands and feet, swollen tender feet, black stools, rash and skin lesions, foggy brain, fatigue, infections, headaches, mouth sores, pale yellowish skin, and poor coordination. These health cha
I have firsthand experience with the effects of secondhand exposure to a cancer patient’s chemotherapy. My symptoms included chronic tingling of my hands and feet, swollen tender feet, black stools, rash and skin lesions, foggy brain, fatigue, infections, headaches, mouth sores, pale yellowish skin, and poor coordination. These health challenges developed shortly after my loved one started his chemo treatment and disappeared about a month after he concluded his therapy. I remain uncertain about the long-term effects my body may be hiding.
Despite the fact that drug companies clearly indicate on their tear sheets a full range of side effects, as well as warn against the handling of carcinogenic and mutagenic substances, no nurses or oncologists advised against these risks. When I inquired about my extensive symptoms, they even suggested that it is impossible for someone to experience secondhand chemo. I remain unconvinced.
Remember secondhand smoke?
I am conducting an investigation to evaluate the impact that chemotherapies have on family and friends who live with, or care for, cancer patients. I am in communication with a team of scientists and public health experts who have dedicated more than a decade of their lives to bring this public health crisis to light. You can read more about their research here. Clearly, awareness and education is necessary to minimize risk. If you have had a similar experience, please reach out and share your story.
Jeri Wachter, family member
Your voice will help make a difference.
Your voice will help make a difference.
Your voice will help make a difference.
Be a part of this important global awareness campaign. Loved ones caring for or even living with a cancer patient can experience the same side effects as a patient receiving chemo. Exposure to Secondhand Chemo can cause cancer, miscarriages, and birth defects.
Terrible outcomes can show up right away, or may not show up for months or eve
Be a part of this important global awareness campaign. Loved ones caring for or even living with a cancer patient can experience the same side effects as a patient receiving chemo. Exposure to Secondhand Chemo can cause cancer, miscarriages, and birth defects.
Terrible outcomes can show up right away, or may not show up for months or even years.
If you or someone you know has a story to tell, please reach out and let us know. As we build our investigation, we ensure your confidentiality. We are working to shed light on this global healthcare and environmental crisis.
"In the forty-six years I have been making films around the world, I cannot think of a more compelling story than your findings on Secondhand Chemotherapy ... this could possibly be one of the most profound discoveries of this generation and certainly the last fifty years. I cannot emphasize enough the need to bring this subject to the forefront as the implications from your work have tremendous consequences for people who are unaware of their exposure to these deadly cytotoxins."
Joseph C. Stillman, Producer/Director, La Paloma Films