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Scientists Have Discovered Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Bottled Water
Scientists have found toxic PFAS in drinking water samples from around the world, with higher levels in tap water from China compared to the UK. Boiling water or using a filtration jug can reduce PFAS levels by up to 90%,
Warning As Forever Chemicals Revealed in Bottled Water Globally
In a new study, led by researchers at the University of Birmingham in the U.K. and Southern University of Science and Technology in China, two pervasive PFAS—called perfluorooctanoic acid and perfluorooctane sulfonate—were detected in over 99 percent of bottled water samples from 15 countries globally.
'Forever Chemicals' Found In Bottled And Tap Water From Around The World: Study
Forever Chemicals', known as perfluoroalkyl substances are long-lasting chemicals that break down extremely slowly over time.
Study: PFAS 'forever chemicals' common in tap, bottled water globally
PFAS "forever chemicals" can be found in drinking water around the world, whether it comes from a tap or a bottle, a new study warns.
Study finds almost all drinking water contains ‘forever chemicals’ that do not break down naturally
Scientists discovered PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances), chemicals that do not break down in nature, in more than 99 per cent of bottled water samples sourced from 15 countries around the globe, with 10 ‘target’ PFAS detected in tap and bottled water in major UK and Chinese cities.
Forever chemicals found in tap and bottled water worldwide
A global study found PFAS chemicals in tap and bottled water. Higher levels were detected in Shenzhen than Birmingham.
‘Forever Chemical’ Toxins Found In Tap And Bottled Water Globally
A new study has found long-lasting toxins known as ‘forever chemicals’ present in bottled and tap water from around the world. The toxins, scientifically known as PFAs (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances),
New limits proposed for ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The National Health and Medical Research Council is set to release new draft guidelines, reducing the allowable levels of substances known as "forever chemicals" in drinking water. PFAS chemicals have been linked to cancer,
‘Environmental nonsense’: Here’s why France wants to ban bottled water
A French politician has called for a ban on small plastic water bottles, calling them “completely absurd” and “environmental ...
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Revealed: Harrogate MP to oppose new version of Harrogate Spring Water’s controversial expansion plans
Harrogate Spring Water’s latest version of its controversial expansion plans will be opposed by the town’s MP – despite the ...
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Judge grants injunction to stop health order to force Housatonic Water Works to supply bottled water to customers
Judge John A. Agostini says that the Board of Health's order would cause "irreparable harm," financially to the company and ...
Radium contamination found in Douglas County community’s water system
Residents in the Perry Park Metro District near Larkspur are without safe drinking water after being notified by the ...
Some NC nursing homes still without water, 3 weeks after Hurricane Helene
Some nursing homes in the Asheville, North Carolina area are still without water, three weeks after Hurricane Helene.
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Bottled drinking water in India: Issues and challenges
Bottled water in IndiaDrinking water safety concerns and privatisation has led to the rapid rise of the bottled water ...
Perry Park neighbors concerned over high radium levels in their drinking water in Colorado
Neighbors in a Douglas County community are worried about the safety of their drinking water. It's happening in Perry Park, ...