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Cassidy Morrison

Cassidy Morrison, US Senior Health Reporter

Cassidy Morrison is Daily Mail's senior health reporter. She has spent over five years covering all things health policy, medical breakthroughs, and thrilling case studies. She received her master's degree in journalism from New York University. Previously, she covered healthcare policy at the Washington Examiner.

Coverage: Health

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Scientists create embryos for infertile couples using only SKIN cells... as fertility in US plummets

01/11/25 11:06

In a groundbreaking step, researchers used cellular reprogramming to turn human skin cells into fertilizable eggs, paving the way for a future alternative for individuals who cannot conceive....read

How my 'different ability' prepared me for one of the world's toughest races
31/10/25 09:25
Diagnosed with autism at two, Evan Mansfield found his voice through therapy and his escape in running. Now 23, he's channeling a lifetime of perseverance into the ultimate test: the NYC Marathon.
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Cheap drink protects against dangers of sitting all day better than exercise
31/10/25 09:01
Scientists have found that a popular cold-weather beverage can counteract the damage that prolonged sitting inflicts on blood vessels.
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Do you have a limited group of close friends, enjoy time alone and find parties draining? You may have a newly discovered rare personality type... take our test to find out
31/10/25 12:18
While millions identify as introverts or extroverts, a significant number feel this binary fails to capture their true nature. The expert behind a new personality type has shared their test to find out what
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Experts reveal the 100 effects ultra-processed foods have on your body... and what to do to reverse them
30/10/25 09:18
Researchers discovered that a two-month junk food diet disrupted gut health and mood in rats. Exercise reversed this damage by restoring beneficial gut metabolites and rebalancing hormones.
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Doctors reveal the 'ultimate' drug-free menopause treatment to relieve debilitating symptoms
30/10/25 08:17
Experts told the Daily Mail that exercise relieves menopausal symptoms. They recommended a series of exercises to maintain bone density and to help regulate body temperature.
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Doctors warn of the hidden dangers of face wipes after thousands are recalled for sepsis risk
29/10/25 08:54
Doctors are warning the public that one of the nation's most popular skincare items is a breeding ground for potentially life-threatening bacteria.
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Experts reveal their top tip for avoiding cancer-causing microplastics
29/10/25 08:16
Though microplastics have contaminated our environment and bodies, experts say avoiding a key trigger for their release can reduce exposure and lower associated health risks.
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High levels of new cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' found in more Americans' blood
27/10/25 05:48
Analysis of blood from a riverside community uncovered significant levels of certain PFAS that had been largely ignored by public health research and oversight.
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The menopause side effect millions of women experience but don't talk about... 'massive system failing'
21/10/25 01:36
Women bracing for menopause know to prepare for the hot flashes, mood swings and brain fog, but another side effect of 'the change' occurs outside of the body - and it is rarely spoken about.
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Signs of deadly brain disease that cripples sufferers appear YEARS before condition is diagnosed
20/10/25 03:55
A devastating neurological disorder begins showing signs of manifestation years before previously believed, marking a breakthrough in research into the disease by California scientists.
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Not all fat is the same... where yours collects could signal an increased risk of an array of diseases
20/10/25 12:57
Obesity has long been known as a risk factor for a host of diseases like cancer and dementia, but researchers now say that where the body stores fat could be even more influential.
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Cinnamon recall expands amid cancer warning
17/10/25 08:03
The FDA is issuing recalls of even more cannisters of a common kitchen spice, widening the scope to 16 brands.
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Doctors issue warning of the debilitating injury that is surging among Pickleball players
17/10/25 06:19
A recent study highlighted a rise in injuries among pickleball players. As America's fastest-growing sport attracts newcomers, factors like inexperience may be elevating the risk.
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The terrifying side effect of menopause nobody warned us about: 'They will get f***** up'
16/10/25 06:16
An estimated 1.3 million American women enter menopause annually, and most are prepared for classic symptoms like hot flashes. But many find another issue they were never warned about.
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FDA issues urgent recall of popular rice brand over contamination with STONES... 'risk of injury'
16/10/25 05:22
A popular grocery brand is recalling several of its ready-to-eat rice products due to potential contamination with small, natural stones from the farm.
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Pandemic fears grow amid alarming rise of virus variant in China
15/10/25 07:26
Health officials in China are monitoring a new flu variant amid concerns about its potential to spread.
Scientists reveal what really happens after someone has a near-death experience
15/10/25 03:40
While NDEs involve life reviews and a sense of peace, many experiencers find returning to normal life jarring, leading to a profound sense of loss and depression for the 'home' they felt they left.
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Shock new reason for thousands of mistaken autism diagnoses REVEALED
14/10/25 08:41
While autism diagnoses are increasing in the US, experts caution that what appears to be autism could sometimes be obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Doctors beg passengers to stop making the same unnecessary mistake in the car... it could cost you your life
14/10/25 04:18
Emergency room doctors are urgently warning passengers against a common, dangerous habit in the car.
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Medications taken by HALF of Americans raise risk of cancer years after you stop taking them
14/10/25 05:10
A new study reveals that the effects of many widely-used prescription drugs persist for years after people stop taking them.
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Top doctor names the common habits that could cause a deadly stroke: 'Damages the lining of your blood vessels'
12/10/25 11:51
Doctors warn that millions of Americans unknowingly practice daily habits that dramatically increase their stroke risk.
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Deadly rare cancer surges in young people as experts sound alarm due to 'sheer numbers'
10/10/25 05:49
Scientists are warning that rates of a rare but highly deadly cancer are on the rise in the US, with cases climbing three times faster than other, more common, cancers.
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New gene linked to Alzheimer's disease is discovered... putting more Americans at high risk of the condition
08/10/25 06:22
Researchers have identified a gene associated with a 1.5-fold increase in the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
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Scientists discover new treatment for deadly disease that plagues 37million Americans
07/10/25 06:52
A new study has identified a promising drug target for a common chronic illness that could shield insulin-producing cells from a destructive 'identity crisis.'
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The single thing to do every day to lose weight... and it's not dieting, according to top doctor
07/10/25 04:17
Scientists are exploring a counterintuitive approach to weight loss: making the body heavier. Rooted in military training, this approach hacks the body's internal scales to kickstart the metabolism.
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Scientists think they've found the cure for misophonia. Do you have the brain disorder?
06/10/25 07:10
New research suggests misophonia is not just a hearing disorder, but a brain-based issue with processing emotions and attention, opening new avenues for treatment.
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The shape of your brain could predict if you will develop dementia later in life
06/10/25 01:55
Scientists have discovered that the specific way an aging brain changes shape, such as its overall structure shifting and regions pulling apart, can serve as an early warning sign for dementia.
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The cheap kitchen spices that can prevent dementia, according to experts
06/10/25 01:54
Researchers have identified simple and cheap ingredients that can help stave off dementia, and some of them may already be in your kitchen cabinet.
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Huge breakthrough for stroke victims as doctors trial 'game-changing' pill that 'regrows' the brain
04/10/25 01:45
A major new clinical trial seeks to prove that a medicine used to fight a virus can also help the brain repair itself, offering hope to millions of stroke and brain injury survivors.
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I'm a woman with autism... here are the signs you might be masking, even from yourself
03/10/25 08:02
Autism is often identified in childhood, yet many adults are now recognizing a lifetime of unconsciously hidden symptoms. As one woman shared, she had been concealing her own symptoms for decades.
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Costco sparks frenzy by selling half-price Ozempic
03/10/25 06:15
Costco will now be stocking groundbreaking weight-loss medications at its pharmacies across the country.
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Prozac taken by pregnant mothers harms babies' brains, study suggests
02/10/25 08:52
New research suggests that a widely used medication during pregnancy could be associated with altered brain development in children, with effects lasting into adulthood.
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Why Ozempic is 'even more effective' in October, according to expert
02/10/25 05:02
A growing trend suggests that instead of waiting for a new year, many are now beginning their weight management efforts in the fall.
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Millions at risk of stroke and heart attack as government shutdown shutters key medical services
01/10/25 10:01
Americans nationwide living with the risk of a health crisis are facing new dangers amid shutdowns of critical home-health services tied to the federal government shutdown.
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The new 'drug' millions of Americans are addicted to, as experts issue dire warning of impending epidemic
30/09/25 11:46
Experts warn that millions of Americans are now dependent on hard-to-resist products, a trend that threatens to create waves of chronic illness in future generations.
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Anti-aging $1 supplement slashes risk of heart disease deaths by almost a THIRD
30/09/25 05:38
Researchers at a leading American hospital have identified a cheap over-the-counter supplement that can significantly protect the heart, cutting cardiovascular death risk by nearly a third.
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FDA issues more recalls over deadly bacteria now contaminating fruit
30/09/25 04:29
The FDA announced a large recall of popular fruit affecting at least three states over fears of contamination with a deadly bacteria.
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Your pet's food could pose deadly risks to everyone in your house, experts warn
29/09/25 07:00
Millions of pet owners may be unknowingly exposing their pets and families to the risk of serious infection.
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Number of young people with risk factor for dementia has DOUBLED, shocking study reveals
26/09/25 07:27
A new study reveals a 40 percent surge in cognitive disability among Americans over the past decade, a trend driven primarily by adults under 40, whose rates doubled.
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The $2 fruit that reverses diabetes... as 100million Americans suffer from deadly condition and most don't know it
25/09/25 06:25
Despite its sugar content, an inexpensive tropical fruit may offer protective benefits for people with prediabetes.
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Terrifying map of America reveals where drinking water is contaminated with cancer-causing metals
25/09/25 12:25
A new report finds that millions in the US have tap water contaminated with multiple harmful chemicals, including substances known to cause cancer.
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The unexpected risk factor for dementia that increases your chances of the disease by 60%
24/09/25 08:04
Food insecurity heightens the risk of dementia and accelerates memory loss in older adults by causing nutrient deficiencies, chronic disease, and other health harms.
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Millions of Americans at risk of contracting 'nightmare bacteria' that have no treatment
24/09/25 04:47
A new government study reveals a rapid rise in US cases of virtually untreatable, hard-to-detect bacterial infections since 2019.
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Are certain people 'immune' to autism? Experts explain Trump's claims that some groups see no diagnoses
23/09/25 10:20
Despite scientific evidence to the contrary, Donald Trump and RFK Jr promoted the long-standing myth that an isolated American community is exempt from autism diagnoses.
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'Life changing' health trackers could predict diseases like Alzheimer's. We tested five devices... and the results were astonishing
22/09/25 08:58
RFK Jnr wants everyone to be wearing a fitness tracker within the next three years. Daily Mail journalists have tested five of the most popular devices.
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Common kitchen spice may reverse Alzheimer's disease, study suggests
22/09/25 08:26
Scientists have found that a common kitchen spice improved cognitive function in a potentially groundbreaking Alzheimer's discovery.
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New 'loaded water' trend slashes cravings so you can lose weight... as expert reveals how to maximize benefits
22/09/25 08:25
The newest trend among people trying to stay hydrated involves upgrading a glass or bottle of water with more ingredients that purport to halt sugar cravings and even aid in weight loss.
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The once-weekly 'cheating' habit that drastically increases your risk of dementia and stroke
20/09/25 05:17
A single indulgence is enough to reduce blood flow to the brain, a dangerous effect that may elevate the risk of catastrophic neurological events, including stroke and dementia.
Deadly lung disease that hospitalized dozens in New York now detected in states 1,000 miles away
19/09/25 06:31
The deadly bacterial outbreak that gripped New York City has now surfaced over a thousand miles away.
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FDA issues urgent recall of fish over fears of contamination with deadly bacteria
18/09/25 03:38
A smoked fish producer has issued a broad recall of its products following the discovery of a potential bacterial contamination. The items in question were reportedly shipped to stores across the country.
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Amazon recalls vitamins sold on its website over 'risk of deadly poisoning'
17/09/25 06:22
Thousands of multivitamin bottles have been recalled from online retailers due to a packaging defect that poses a potentially fatal poisoning risk.
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New pill clears out brain 'gunk' to prevent dementia and reverse brain age by 10 YEARS
17/09/25 05:18
An experimental pill funded by a leading AI architect is designed to reverse age-related brain decline by clearing accumulated debris, with human trials beginning soon.
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The 'hidden' risk factors causing spike in deadly heart attacks as doctors urge people to know the signs
17/09/25 04:54
The most common trigger for a heart attack is a clot forming in a narrowed artery, but researchers have uncovered other dangerous, and frequently missed, culprits.
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Deadly liver cancer killing 30,000 Americans a year could be treated with exotic fruit
16/09/25 08:21
Researchers have developed a new laboratory method to create beneficial compounds originally identified in a tropical fruit.
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Woman suffers stroke and goes temporarily blind after playing popular game on Nintendo Switch
16/09/25 05:08
A 25-year-old woman had a stroke two days after an intense fitness video game session. Scans showed a tear in a neck artery had released a clot that traveled to her brain.
Autism in children linked to common condition in pregnancy affecting nearly half a million US pregnancies a year
15/09/25 07:03
A health condition impacting hundreds of thousands of pregnant women each year may be associated with long-term cognitive risks for the mother and developmental conditions in her children.
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Scientists discover gut 'trap' to fight diabetes and fatty liver disease
15/09/25 04:20
Scientists found trapping a gut bacterial product improves blood sugar and liver health by preventing it from triggering excessive glucose and fat production.
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Study: Common sleep issue that increases your risk of health conditions
14/09/25 03:28
A new Mayo Clinic study reveals that a common sleep disorder affecting over 70 million Americans, increases dementia risk by 40 percent equivalent to aging the brain by an additional 3.5 years.
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The common sleep habit that increases risk of dozens of deadly conditions... including dementia and heart disease
14/09/25 01:38
A new Mayo Clinic study reveals that a common sleep disorder affecting over 70 million Americans increases dementia risk by 40 per cent, equivalent to aging the brain by an additional 3.5 years.
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Malin Akerman reveals the key food that got her in shape for steamy scenes in Netflix's The Hunting Wives
13/09/25 05:33
Actress Malin Akerman swapped her chocolate indulgences for a protein supplement to build muscle while training for her Netflix series, The Hunting Wives.
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Hospitalizations reach near-record high for highly contagious virus... as CDC pushes mass vaccinations
13/09/25 05:18
On the eve of another potentially severe season, the CDC reported that hospitalizations for a common annual bug last year were the highest in over a decade.
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Medications taken by 100million Americans linked to surge in suicides in children
12/09/25 07:23
According to new research, over-the-counter pain relievers have contributed to increasing suicide and self-harm among children over the past two decades.
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FDA issues urgent recall for cookies
11/09/25 06:36
The FDA has issued a recall for cookies containing eight undeclared ingredients, among them one potentially lethal allergen and five others potentially linked to cancer.
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Russia claims its cancer vaccine reduces tumors by 80 percent... announces it is safe and 'ready to use'
11/09/25 06:25
Officials in Russia have announced a potential breakthrough against colorectal cancer, though the details of the researchers' findings are limited.
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FDA issues urgent recall for cookies with multiple ingredients linked to cancer
11/09/25 05:12
The FDA has issued a recall for cookies containing eight undeclared ingredients, among them one potentially lethal allergen and five others potentially linked to cancer.
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Thousands of people exposed to measles at major sporting event as infections spread
10/09/25 06:13
More than 2,000 Utah residents who attended a cycling competition last month were exposed to the measles virus, resulting in four infections, all in unvaccinated people.
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RFK Jr launches crusade on 'existential crises'... calling for 'modernizing vaccines' and 'infertility centers'
09/09/25 09:50
HHS Secretary RFK Jr has released a health strategy focused on stricter food safety rules and closing regulatory loopholes as well as expanding breastfeeding support and studying vaccine injuries.
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Doctors said my symptoms were menopause until a car crash revealed my deadly cancer
09/09/25 08:11
Diagnosed with stage four endometrial cancer in Germany after a car accident revealed a mass, Colleen had earlier been misdiagnosed with perimenopause in the US.
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Experts reveal how to figure out the EXACT amount of time you need to sleep
08/09/25 09:29
Not getting enough sleep has been linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. It has also been shown to impact memory and ability to retain new information.
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The little-known walking technique backed by doctors that can cure your back pain
08/09/25 02:59
Medical experts now emphasize that the most critical factor in walking for health isn't speed or distance, it's an often-overlooked trait.
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Disturbing truth behind cocktail in a can taking colleges by storm... as doctors issue major health warning
07/09/25 12:10
Social media is ablaze with videos of teens and college students chugging the ready-made cocktails.
Our dream family home was POISONING us... what we discovered hidden in the walls sent us all to hospital
06/09/25 02:18
A family was left devastated and without a home after discovering their house had been slowly poisoning them for nearly three years.
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RFK Jr to reveal new claims linking autism to Tylenol use in pregnancy
05/09/25 09:32
Health Secretary RFK Jr is set to release a report linking a common over-the-counter pain reliever used in pregnancy to autism.
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Concerns for Joe Biden seen with head wound
04/09/25 10:29
Former President Joe Biden stunned locals in Delaware as he stepped out with a large scar across his forehead at church in Rehoboth Beach.
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What is Mohs surgery? The precise technique used to remove skin cancer from Joe Biden
04/09/25 10:11
Former president Joe Biden underwent a surgery to remove skin cancer from his forehead, officials have revealed. The news comes after he appeared with a gash on his head last month.
RFK Jr reveals vaccine plan after first state bans school mandates
04/09/25 09:48
Following Florida's ban on vaccine requirements, RFK Jr. revealed his plans for the CDC's childhood vaccination schedule to the Senate Finance Committee. .
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Concerns for frail ex-president Joe Biden as he wobbles through meet-and-greet with shocking head wound
04/09/25 08:45
Former President Joe Biden stunned locals in Delaware as he stepped out with a large scar across his forehead at church in Rehoboth Beach.
Ice cream recalled due to undeclared ingredient posing 'life-threat'
04/09/25 10:30
Dozens of ice cream containers have been recalled by a New York company after they were found to contain a dangerous allergen that was not listed on the label.
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Scientists discover common food poisoning bug increases risk of colon cancer... with 100,000 exposed every year
03/09/25 11:30
A common food-borne bacteria acquired in childhood may be driving the mysterious rise of colon cancer among young adults in the US and UK.
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