If you thought applying talc powder to your genitals was hygienic and good for your health think again. A study published in the journal Epidemiology by doctors from the Brigham and Women's Hospital found that women who regularly use talc powder on their genitals may be at an increased risk of ovarian cancer. The study involved asking around 2041 women with ovarian cancer and another 2100 women who don t suffer from the disease about their talcum powder use. Following that the doctors found that those who routinely applied talc to their genitals sanitary napkins tampons and underwear had a
