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CHOMPING into juicy burgers at summer barbecues, few people will spare a thought for the health risks of al fresco dining.

Unless, of course, they’ve had a nasty experience at a previous event.

Food poisoning cases double over the summer, with barbecues playing a significant role. But nasty bacteria lurking in undercooked drumsticks or gone-off hot dogs isn’t the only reason to operate some grill-side caution — barbecued food can sometimes be carcinogenic too.