The so-called “forever chemicals” were first introduced over 70 years ago for use in a variety of different industries. Among others, they have been employed in the following areas: Household products, such as non-stick pans (those coated with Teflon, for example), cleaning products, paints...
Dubbed “forever chemicals,” PFAS chemicals don't break down easily over time and dissolve in water. Because of that, some scientists are concerned that these chemicals could build to levels that could harm the environment -- and your body. While there are studies that show evidence of this...
Forever chemicals are considered a public health issue as adverse health effects have been shown to affect hormones and other aspects of the endocrine system, and some are potentially neurotoxic. But to what extent is unknown, especially for the years and decades they may accumulate in the brain....
Forever chemicals are used as surface treatments to block water and stains. In fact, a2022 report by Toxic-Free Future, an environmental health research and advocacy organization,found that nearly three-quartersof products labeled as water- or stain-resistant tested positive for them. The group...
While more study is required to fully understandthe impacts of PFAS on the human body, many of the chemicals are suspected of being carcinogenic, toxic to certain bodily organs, damaging to babies being breastfed PFAS-rich milk and detrimental to reproductive capab...
What You Need to Know About Forever Chemicals - Toxic chemicals known as PFAS are turning up everywhere, from near the summit of Mount Everest to tap water in Massachusetts. Why are they so prevalent? How dangerous are they to your health? What is the st
What to know about 'forever chemicals,' the potentially toxic PFAS found in some cosmetics Sutton said he recommends that people check their non-stick cookware to see if it is old or worn, and to get rid of it if it has been used for more than three to five years. ...
‘Forever chemicals,’ substances known to linger in the human body that have been linked to kidney cancer, thyroid disease and other illnesses, are increasingly in the spotlight for their potential ill health effects. Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been present in the na...
"This marks a major step forward in our effort to protect children and families in California from dangerous and toxic chemicals in our food supply. It’s unacceptable that the U.S. is so far behind the rest of the world when it comes to banning these dangerous additives," he said. ...
After a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, concerns over the quality of air and water have begun mounting. Here’s what is known in the aftermath of the incident.