Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to childhood leukemia
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 10:46 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Research suggests that exposure to PFAS, a type of chemical found in clothing and food packaging, may be linked to an increased risk of childhood leukemia.
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