4,000+ "Forever chemicals" (PFAS) linked to serious health effects prompt calls for a ban.
4,000+ 'Forever chemicals' (PFAS) linked to serious health effects, prompting calls for a ban. Invisible and omnipresent, PFAS have been used since the 1940s in various products due to their heat-resistant, water-repellent and stain-resistant properties. They have seeped into soil and groundwater and are linked to cancer and other health issues. Despite efforts to understand their full impact, PFAS remain a significant environmental and health concern.
April 08, 2024
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