Researchers created a map showing where PFAS compounds, linked to cancer in humans, have been detected in wildlife. It spans the globe.
Tag: PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)
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What to Know About PFAS in Thinx and Other Period Underwear
Thinx just settled a lawsuit alleging its products contain harmful chemical compounds, raising further questions about the safety of period products overall.
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Forever Chemicals No More? PFAS Are Destroyed With New Technique
The harmful molecules are everywhere, but chemists have made progress in developing a method to break them down.
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PFAS: The ‘Forever Chemicals’ You Couldn’t Escape if You Tried
Virtually indestructible, these artificial compounds are used in fast-food packaging and countless household items, but they have been found as far away as virgin forests.