PFASblood testingis not a routine test. It’s only done if there’s a reason to suspect you could have high levels of PFAS in your body. While this test can tell you if and how much PFAS you have in your body, it can’t tell you if or how it will affect your health. If blood...
Poly and perfluoroalkyl substances, more commonly known as PFAS or more commonly as forever chemicals, are everywhere -- in food packaging, clothing, household items and even likely inside you. Yet evidence suggests PFAS could have a detrimental effect on your health. The problem: PFAS...
Dr. Russell Fordis currently the Global Director for Drinking Water and Reuse Solutions for Jacobs. He has dedicated his 35+ year career to protecting public health and safety by advancing the field of drinking water treatment. His drinking water industry knowledge is acquired from his utility, ...
“Forever chemicals” have commonly been used in outdoor and activewear to provide better water resistance and durability. But now some states and consumers are demanding changes.
Their broad use and high stability has led to their being detected throughout the environment and within humans on a global scale. Previous studies have revealed associations between exposure to specific PFAS and health effects including reduced immune function, liver disease, kidney disease, and ...
PFAS are persistent, bioaccumulative compounds repelling water, oil and stains which are widely used. There is mounting evidence linking exposure to a range of adverse health outcomes including renal, hepatic, immunotoxic, reproductive, endocrine disrupting and carcinogenic effects. PFAS possibly also ind...
Known as “forever chemicals”, PFAS pose a main health and environmental challenge. These compounds are ubiquitous in water, food, and soil.
As the science on the human health effects of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) emerges, there are growing concerns about the potential health impacts on children and reproductive health. PFAS exposure may affect growth, learning, and behavior of infants and older children; lower a woman...
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Avoiding the health consequences of PFAS exposure requires both systemic change and making adjustments in one’s own daily behavior. “Prevention is the only way to reduce accumulation over time,” says Castro-Melendez. Remove PFAS from your drinking water ...