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Ewing Sarcoma Cluster in Ladera Ranch | Venice Beach News
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Six young residents in Ladera Ranch have been diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma, a rare childhood cancer, sparking urgent community alarm and calls for a full environmental investigation. Local officials, including Supervisor Katrina Foley, are pushing state agencies to accelerate their review, while U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli has urged the EPA to examine potential environmental violations. Though a 2024 state review found no clear pattern, renewed community pressure has triggered a fresh probe involving UCI’s Cancer Center and county officials. Parents are demanding transparency and answers, with some advocating for herbicide bans, as anxiety grows over possible environmental triggers. The community awaits definitive findings, determined to protect their children’s health and hold authorities accountable.
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