Investigation into Brain Tumors Among Hospital Nurses

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
A Boston-area hospital is investigating after five nurses who have worked on the same floor have developed benign brain tumors. The investigation found no environmental risks linked to the tumors.

Key Points

  • Five nurses from the same floor developed benign brain tumors
  • Hospital ruled out environmental risks as a cause
  • Union is continuing an independent investigation

Pros

  • The hospital conducted a thorough investigation to rule out environmental risks
  • The tumors identified were benign

Cons

  • The cause of the brain tumors among the nurses is still unknown