Researchers comparing maps of CAFOs with county-level disease data from California, Texas and Iowa found increased rates of all types of cancer, but said more research is needed to determine the cause.By Steven RodasPeople in three states living near large livestock feeding operations experience higher rates of cancer, a new analysis found.
Last updated: April 12, 2026 12:35 PM
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