Japan begins blood tests for PFAS exposure after finding high levels in town water supplies.

Japan's Kibichuo Town launched the country's first publicly funded blood tests for PFAS after detecting extremely high levels of these chemicals in local water supplies. The tests are available to around 790 residents and workers aged two and older, with results expected by January 2025. PFAS, found in products like non-stick cookware, have been linked to birthweight loss and reduced immunity, though evidence for cancer links is limited.

November 25, 2024
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