New York Post July 12, 2026 • 15:25

Can fabric softener and dryer sheets give you cancer? - New York Post

By Rachel Sacks

Can fabric softener and dryer sheets give you cancer? - New York Post

The science behind the viral claims that these staples expose people to chemicals linked to cancer is a bit more nuanced.

It’s not uncommon these days to browse online and see claims that yet another common household item causes cancer.
The latest culprits? The fabric softener and dryer sheets you reach for while doing… [+2639 chars]

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