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FDA debates ban on Red Dye No. 3 amid cancer concerns

Food safety advocates have pushed for decades to outlaw Red No. 3, an artificial dye linked to potential cancer risks. California will be the first state to restrict its use in foods starting in 2027. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder weighs in.
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