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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Brendan Rascius

2026 FIFA World Cup faces health risks from heat, infectious diseases and food safety, experts say

As millions of soccer fans from around the world prepare to attend this summer’s anticipated FIFA World Cup, government officials and public health experts are closely monitoring potential health risks.

Concerns have been raised about the spread of infectious diseases in crowded stadiums, extreme heat during matches and the challenge of maintaining food safety standards for countless visitors.

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