High levels of 'forever chemical' causing cancer found in blood of residents living near factory

Dozens of residents living near a major chemical factory have discovered high levels of a cancer-causing "forever chemical" in their blood, according to lawyers.

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High levels of 'forever chemical' causing cancer found in blood of residents living near factory

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

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Sky Published 24 September 2026

High levels of 'forever chemical' causing cancer found in blood of residents living near factory

BBC Published 24 September 2026

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

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

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