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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health

Common dental problem linked to breast cancer by new study

A new study has found a link between gum disease and breast cancer (Alamy/PA) -

A surprising link between oral health and breast cancer has been revealed in a new study.

Researchers have discovered that a common bacterium associated with gum disease can enter the bloodstream and settle in breast tissue, where it causes DNA damage and speeds tumour growth and spread.

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