We're facing a forever chemicals' crisis. We must stop Pfas at the sourcePFAS are dangerous 'forever chemicals' contaminating our environment and posing severe health risks, need urgent regulatory action.
PFAS Contamination: A Nationwide Health EmergencyThe Trump administration's withdrawal of the PFAS draft rule represents a significant setback in environmental protection and public health efforts.
PFAS problem: Forever chemicals found in 99% of bottled water samples worldwideDrinking water globally is contaminated with synthetic 'forever chemicals', highlighting the need for regulatory action to safeguard public health.
New bans target 'forever chemicals' in clothing. Here's how to avoid exposure | CBC NewsNew rules in Canada and the U.S. are reducing PFAS in consumer products, but they remain present in many items.PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals', pose serious health risks and are found in numerous everyday products.
Nearly Half of People in the U.S. Have Toxic PFAS in Their Drinking WaterOver 158 million Americans have drinking water contaminated with toxic PFAS, posing significant health risks.
Chemicals linked to birth defects and cancer in bottled AND tap waterPFAS, or 'forever chemicals', are widely found in bottled and tap water in the UK and China, raising health concerns.
We're facing a forever chemicals' crisis. We must stop Pfas at the sourcePFAS are dangerous 'forever chemicals' contaminating our environment and posing severe health risks, need urgent regulatory action.
PFAS Contamination: A Nationwide Health EmergencyThe Trump administration's withdrawal of the PFAS draft rule represents a significant setback in environmental protection and public health efforts.
PFAS problem: Forever chemicals found in 99% of bottled water samples worldwideDrinking water globally is contaminated with synthetic 'forever chemicals', highlighting the need for regulatory action to safeguard public health.
New bans target 'forever chemicals' in clothing. Here's how to avoid exposure | CBC NewsNew rules in Canada and the U.S. are reducing PFAS in consumer products, but they remain present in many items.PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals', pose serious health risks and are found in numerous everyday products.
Nearly Half of People in the U.S. Have Toxic PFAS in Their Drinking WaterOver 158 million Americans have drinking water contaminated with toxic PFAS, posing significant health risks.
Chemicals linked to birth defects and cancer in bottled AND tap waterPFAS, or 'forever chemicals', are widely found in bottled and tap water in the UK and China, raising health concerns.
3M knew firefighting foams containing PFAS were toxic, documents show3M misled customers about the safety of its firefighting foams, known as 'forever chemicals', that are toxic and non-biodegradable.
How a California County Got PFAS Out of Its Drinking Water | KQEDThe EPA's stringent PFAS standards require immediate action from water districts, impacting millions of Americans.California's water systems face significant costs to address ongoing PFAS contamination.
South Carolina Says PFAS-Contaminated Farmland Should Be Superfund SiteThe Galey & Lord mill site poses serious environmental hazards due to PFAS contamination from sludge fertilizer used on local farmland.
3M knew firefighting foams containing PFAS were toxic, documents show3M misled customers about the safety of its firefighting foams, known as 'forever chemicals', that are toxic and non-biodegradable.
How a California County Got PFAS Out of Its Drinking Water | KQEDThe EPA's stringent PFAS standards require immediate action from water districts, impacting millions of Americans.California's water systems face significant costs to address ongoing PFAS contamination.
South Carolina Says PFAS-Contaminated Farmland Should Be Superfund SiteThe Galey & Lord mill site poses serious environmental hazards due to PFAS contamination from sludge fertilizer used on local farmland.
'Forever Chemicals' In US Drinking Water: A Growing ProblemPFAS are persistent environmental contaminants linked to serious health risks, prompting urgent calls for national regulation and mitigation efforts.
How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water-and Keep It OutA new filtration method aims to permanently remove forever chemicals from water, unlike existing systems that only capture them.
Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking waterThree UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.
Fluorinated Drugs, a Type of PFAS, Contaminate Drinking Water for 23M in USFluorinated pharmaceuticals contribute significantly to PFAS contamination in water supplies, largely bypassing conventional wastewater treatment methods.
Pleasanton and Livermore fire department facilities investigated for groundwater contamination as search for new wells continuesInvestigation of fire stations in Livermore and Pleasanton aims to identify PFAS contamination sources affecting local groundwater.
'Forever Chemicals' In US Drinking Water: A Growing ProblemPFAS are persistent environmental contaminants linked to serious health risks, prompting urgent calls for national regulation and mitigation efforts.
How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water-and Keep It OutA new filtration method aims to permanently remove forever chemicals from water, unlike existing systems that only capture them.
Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking waterThree UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.
Fluorinated Drugs, a Type of PFAS, Contaminate Drinking Water for 23M in USFluorinated pharmaceuticals contribute significantly to PFAS contamination in water supplies, largely bypassing conventional wastewater treatment methods.
Pleasanton and Livermore fire department facilities investigated for groundwater contamination as search for new wells continuesInvestigation of fire stations in Livermore and Pleasanton aims to identify PFAS contamination sources affecting local groundwater.
Breaking the forever chemical cycle starts with industryPFAS contamination poses a severe threat to health and the environment, necessitating urgent industry investment in removal technologies.
The Best Soda Makers for Sparkling WaterConsumers are increasingly concerned about hidden chemicals in carbonated drinks and are turning to homemade carbonation for health and sustainability.
Sweden's Chromafora bags 22.5M from EIB to remove PFAS from water: Here's how - Silicon CanalsChromafora secures €22.5M funding to enhance PFAS removal technology and expand its water treatment operations across Europe.
We've Got Big News About Our Cookware and BakewareFood52 is phasing out nonstick cookware containing harmful PFAS chemicals to promote consumer safety and transparency.
Breaking the forever chemical cycle starts with industryPFAS contamination poses a severe threat to health and the environment, necessitating urgent industry investment in removal technologies.
The Best Soda Makers for Sparkling WaterConsumers are increasingly concerned about hidden chemicals in carbonated drinks and are turning to homemade carbonation for health and sustainability.
Sweden's Chromafora bags 22.5M from EIB to remove PFAS from water: Here's how - Silicon CanalsChromafora secures €22.5M funding to enhance PFAS removal technology and expand its water treatment operations across Europe.
We've Got Big News About Our Cookware and BakewareFood52 is phasing out nonstick cookware containing harmful PFAS chemicals to promote consumer safety and transparency.
States Are Banning Forever Chemicals. Industry Is Fighting BackNew Mexico seeks to ban PFAS in consumer products amid rising health concerns, joining other states in limiting these chemicals.
Toxic PFAS in menstrual pads harms reproductive health, advocates saysCarefree menstrual pads contain harmful PFAS chemicals, raising significant health risks for women, which has led to a lawsuit demanding label warnings or product removal.
States Are Banning Forever Chemicals. Industry Is Fighting BackNew Mexico seeks to ban PFAS in consumer products amid rising health concerns, joining other states in limiting these chemicals.
Toxic PFAS in menstrual pads harms reproductive health, advocates saysCarefree menstrual pads contain harmful PFAS chemicals, raising significant health risks for women, which has led to a lawsuit demanding label warnings or product removal.
France's parliament votes to ban some uses of 'forever chemicals'France is taking legislative action to ban PFAS by 2026, reflecting growing concerns over the health impacts of these 'forever chemicals.'
A New Toxic Chemical Is Lurking in America's Drinking WaterMillions of Americans risk chronic disease from outdated water infrastructure and toxic pollutants, including newly discovered chloronitramide anion and hazardous PFAS chemicals.
Ban The Sale of Products With PFAS NowAssembly Bill A3556C is crucial for regulating hazardous PFAS chemicals to protect public health and the environment.
France Bans PFAS in Many Products, but Not CookwareFrance has implemented a significant national ban on PFAS, though nonstick cookware remains exempt.
Revealed: UK drinking water sources polluted with forever chemicalsRaw drinking water in England is contaminated with toxic forever chemicals, necessitating urgent regulatory action.
EPA Ends Shortcut Approvals For So-Called 'Forever Chemicals'The EPA updated regulations to prevent PFAS from bypassing safety reviews, aiming to protect public health and the environment.
France's parliament votes to ban some uses of 'forever chemicals'France is taking legislative action to ban PFAS by 2026, reflecting growing concerns over the health impacts of these 'forever chemicals.'
A New Toxic Chemical Is Lurking in America's Drinking WaterMillions of Americans risk chronic disease from outdated water infrastructure and toxic pollutants, including newly discovered chloronitramide anion and hazardous PFAS chemicals.
Ban The Sale of Products With PFAS NowAssembly Bill A3556C is crucial for regulating hazardous PFAS chemicals to protect public health and the environment.
France Bans PFAS in Many Products, but Not CookwareFrance has implemented a significant national ban on PFAS, though nonstick cookware remains exempt.
Revealed: UK drinking water sources polluted with forever chemicalsRaw drinking water in England is contaminated with toxic forever chemicals, necessitating urgent regulatory action.
EPA Ends Shortcut Approvals For So-Called 'Forever Chemicals'The EPA updated regulations to prevent PFAS from bypassing safety reviews, aiming to protect public health and the environment.
U.S. Researchers Are Developing An EV Battery Without 'Forever Chemicals'The contamination risk from improperly disposed EV batteries necessitates the development of safer alternatives.
143 million Americans have 'forever chemicals' in their tap waterNearly half of Americans consume tap water with PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals', posing potential health risks.
Long Island water companies sue to rollback EPA standards on toxic 'forever chemicals'Utility groups are suing to overturn EPA limits on toxic 'forever chemicals', arguing procedure was not followed and it could lead to costly regulations.
Sludge-Fertilizer Giant Leaves Texas Town Amid Forever Chemicals' CrisisFort Worth ends contract with Synagro due to PFAS contamination concerns.
143 million Americans have 'forever chemicals' in their tap waterNearly half of Americans consume tap water with PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals', posing potential health risks.
Long Island water companies sue to rollback EPA standards on toxic 'forever chemicals'Utility groups are suing to overturn EPA limits on toxic 'forever chemicals', arguing procedure was not followed and it could lead to costly regulations.
Sludge-Fertilizer Giant Leaves Texas Town Amid Forever Chemicals' CrisisFort Worth ends contract with Synagro due to PFAS contamination concerns.
"Forever Chemicals" Are Endangering Our Collective Health - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyPFAS, known as 'forever chemicals,' pose a significant threat worldwide due to their persistence in water, soil, food, and bodies at extremely low toxic levels.
Tell us: what have you never understood about PFAS?PFAS, or forever chemicals, significantly impact health and environment, and public discourse is essential for understanding and addressing their effects.
Forever chemical' hotspots revealed to include RAF bases and airportsThe presence of forever chemicals in everyday products poses severe health risks and is prevalent at military bases in the UK.
"Forever Chemicals" Are Endangering Our Collective Health - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyPFAS, known as 'forever chemicals,' pose a significant threat worldwide due to their persistence in water, soil, food, and bodies at extremely low toxic levels.
Tell us: what have you never understood about PFAS?PFAS, or forever chemicals, significantly impact health and environment, and public discourse is essential for understanding and addressing their effects.
Forever chemical' hotspots revealed to include RAF bases and airportsThe presence of forever chemicals in everyday products poses severe health risks and is prevalent at military bases in the UK.
Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer used on farms pose cancer risk, EPA saysHarmful chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer significantly elevate cancer risk for consumers of milk and beef from contaminated farms, according to recent EPA findings.
Trump Is Inheriting an Environmental DisasterPFAS regulation may unite bipartisan support in Congress, echoing historical environmental legislation achievements.
Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer used on farms pose cancer risk, EPA saysHarmful chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer significantly elevate cancer risk for consumers of milk and beef from contaminated farms, according to recent EPA findings.
Trump Is Inheriting an Environmental DisasterPFAS regulation may unite bipartisan support in Congress, echoing historical environmental legislation achievements.
REI Sells the Great Outdoors While Workers Breathe Chemicals in a Windowless BasementREI's transparency regarding worker safety and air quality at its SoHo store raises serious concerns, especially about the exposure to toxic chemicals.
Newsom signs bill to ban 'forever chemicals' in tampons, padsCalifornia bans certain toxic chemicals in menstrual products, emphasizing women's health and safety.Legislation addresses the risks of PFAS and promotes the use of safer alternatives.
REI Sells the Great Outdoors While Workers Breathe Chemicals in a Windowless BasementREI's transparency regarding worker safety and air quality at its SoHo store raises serious concerns, especially about the exposure to toxic chemicals.
Newsom signs bill to ban 'forever chemicals' in tampons, padsCalifornia bans certain toxic chemicals in menstrual products, emphasizing women's health and safety.Legislation addresses the risks of PFAS and promotes the use of safer alternatives.
Apple defends Watch bands amid lawsuit over 'toxic' design failApple confirms that all Apple Watch bands are safe, addressing concerns over PFAs while planning to phase out these chemicals.
Forever Chemicals' Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study FindsTreated wastewater, increasingly relied upon due to water scarcity, is contaminated with harmful forever chemicals linked to serious health risks.
Scientists create new way to rid 'forever chemicals' from waterResearchers at TUM have created a new filter that effectively removes PFAS from drinking water, addressing a critical public health issue.PFAS are persistent environmental contaminants that pose serious health risks to humans and animals.
Toxic 'forever chemicals' have reached the Amazon, scientists sayPFAS chemicals have been detected in the Amazon rainforest, raising concerns for both ecological and human health.
EPA says forever chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer pose cancer riskThe use of sewage sludge containing PFAS on farms significantly increases cancer risks for consumers of dairy and fish.
Early forever chemicals' exposure could impact economic success in adulthood studyExposure to PFAS chemicals in childhood may negatively impact economic success and educational attainment in adulthood.
PFAS linked to gut health issues in young adults, new study findsPFAS exposure in young adults can significantly impact gut health, potentially leading to kidney disease later in life.
Forever Chemicals' Reach Tap Water via Treated Sewage, Study FindsTreated wastewater, increasingly relied upon due to water scarcity, is contaminated with harmful forever chemicals linked to serious health risks.
Scientists create new way to rid 'forever chemicals' from waterResearchers at TUM have created a new filter that effectively removes PFAS from drinking water, addressing a critical public health issue.PFAS are persistent environmental contaminants that pose serious health risks to humans and animals.
Toxic 'forever chemicals' have reached the Amazon, scientists sayPFAS chemicals have been detected in the Amazon rainforest, raising concerns for both ecological and human health.
EPA says forever chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer pose cancer riskThe use of sewage sludge containing PFAS on farms significantly increases cancer risks for consumers of dairy and fish.
Early forever chemicals' exposure could impact economic success in adulthood studyExposure to PFAS chemicals in childhood may negatively impact economic success and educational attainment in adulthood.
PFAS linked to gut health issues in young adults, new study findsPFAS exposure in young adults can significantly impact gut health, potentially leading to kidney disease later in life.
What's the Deal With "Nontoxic" Cookware, Anyway?Nontoxic cookware is marketed as safer than traditional nonstick due to concerns over chemicals like PTFE and PFAS.
Photocatalytic CF bond activation in small molecules and polyfluoroalkyl substancesA new organic photoredox catalyst enables efficient activation of carbon-fluorine bonds, crucial for reducing harmful PFAS compounds.
What Lee Zeldin's Nomination Means for the EPAZeldin's voting record shows a consistent opposition to progressive environmental policies, despite supporting some legislation related to water safety.
How hemp plants can help clean up 'forever chemicals'Hemp is being researched as a potential solution for removing PFAS toxins from contaminated soil in Maine, showcasing its unique environmental properties.
Healey signs law phasing out toxic PFAS in firefighters' gearMassachusetts is phasing out PFAS in firefighters' protective gear to safeguard their health from toxic exposures.
How emerging alternatives to AFFF foam are setting new standards in firefighting safety - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe firefighting industry is moving towards safer alternatives to AFFF due to health and environmental concerns.
Council urges cutting PFAS from firefighting equipment - Austin MonitorCity Council mandates the elimination of PFAS from firefighting equipment to protect firefighters and the environment.
Healey signs law phasing out toxic PFAS in firefighters' gearMassachusetts is phasing out PFAS in firefighters' protective gear to safeguard their health from toxic exposures.
How emerging alternatives to AFFF foam are setting new standards in firefighting safety - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe firefighting industry is moving towards safer alternatives to AFFF due to health and environmental concerns.
Council urges cutting PFAS from firefighting equipment - Austin MonitorCity Council mandates the elimination of PFAS from firefighting equipment to protect firefighters and the environment.
Residents near Lancashire chemicals plant told to wash homegrown produceResidents advised to wash garden vegetables due to potential soil contamination by PFOA.PFOA linked to severe health issues and classified as a human carcinogen.
Maine lawmakers ask the Navy for help after massive toxic foam spillMaine faced its largest toxic firefighting foam spill, raising concerns over environmental safety and ongoing Navy cleanup efforts.
Industry acts to head off regulation on PFAS pollution from semiconductorsThe PFAS Consortium aims to mitigate regulation of toxic waste from the semiconductor industry amid soaring production levels.