NC State University Investigates Over 150 Cancer Cases Linked to Campus Building

Alumni potentially exposed to carcinogenic PCBs in Poe Hall, prompting closure and comprehensive testing.

Over 150 cancer cases among alumni linked to North Carolina State University's Poe Hall, where high levels of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were detected.
PCBs, probable human carcinogens, were found in building materials, leading to the closure of Poe Hall for comprehensive testing.
Alumni Christie Lewis and Jennifer Walter share their experiences with cancer diagnoses potentially linked to their time in Poe Hall.
NC State has launched an investigation and created a website to keep the community informed about the situation.
Legal action is being considered against Monsanto for the materials containing PCBs used in Poe Hall's construction.