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Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory

Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory
BBC News Wednesday 23 September 2026, 21:01 UTC 1 min read
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People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.

People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.
Lancashire (LOCATION)
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