“using talcum powder for feminine hygiene led to the development of both ovarian cancer and mesothelioma...”
Umm, it’s meant for external use. Do I really want to know how these ladies were getting it anywhere near their ovaries?
Ever heard of talc being applied around the genital and anal areas? Ever had a baby where talc was applied in or near such areas? You had too much talc on the brain?
I asked my wife about this. She told me her mother (b1922) would use baby powder in ways we would find nuts. I suggested it was not really different than putting the DE we use for the pool filter up her privates.
I was in your camp…but I guess the ladies of the 40’s and 50’s were not as aware as we.