Chemical companies lobby to exempt fluoropolymers from comprehensive PFAS bans, despite scientists disputing safety claims and labeling tactics as akin to the tobacco playbook.
Culligan ZeroWater Pitcher vs. Sans Water Purifier: Which Is Right for You?
Prioritize installing an appropriate water filter to reduce exposure to PFAS, lead, mercury, and microplastics, especially in small rental living situations.
There's Poisoned Water in West Virginia. The EPA Hardly Seems to Care.
Chemours' Washington Works facility has unlawfully discharged PFAS and other pollutants into the Ohio River, violating permit limits and posing public health and environmental harm.
Alarming levels of Pfas in blood of those living near US air force base, study finds
People living or working near Cannon Air Force Base have blood PFAS levels about ten times higher than nearby non-exposed residents, raising serious health concerns.
Fiber Found in Everyday Foods Helps Remove Forever Chemicals from Your Body
Participants received either a fiber-rich supplement or a placebo for four weeks, showing that dietary fiber, specifically beta-glucan from oats and barley, can effectively lower PFAS in blood.
Pleasanton, water agency settle suit over $18 million in uncollected fees
Pleasanton settles a lawsuit with Zone 7 Water Agency for $18 million related to water fee under-collection, including $250,000 cash and $500,000 in credits.
PFAS in cookware poses significant environmental and health risks due to potential accumulation in humans and harmful chemical reactions at high temperatures.
Manage releases of 'forever chemicals' in lab waste
Research into PFAS remediation is increasing due to their environmental and health impacts, but regulations often miss smaller, high-concentration sources of contamination.