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.
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.
Australia to toughen rules on forever chemicals in tap water
Australia may soon tighten regulations on allowable levels of “forever chemicals” in drinking water, with guidelines proposing significant reductions.
PFAS problem: Forever chemicals found in 99% of bottled water samples worldwide
New study reveals the presence of synthetic 'forever chemicals' in bottled drinking water, raising concerns about potential health risks.
Study finds artificial chemicals that can cause cancer in 99% of bottled drinking water
A new study has found that our drinking water is full of potentially dangerous ‘forever chemicals’ which don’t easily break down naturally. Scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS),
PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals' Found in Bottled and Tap Water Samples from Around the World
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Elevated PFAS Contamination Detected in Bottled Water
Researchers from the University of Birmingham, Southern University of Science and Technology in Shenzhen, and Hainan University in Haikou published their findings in ACS ES&T Water, revealing a wide range of PFAS contamination for target PFAS,
More states ban PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,’ in more products
Legislative momentum against PFAS has surged this year, as at least 11 states enacted laws to restrict the use of “forever ...
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PFAs, the forever chemicals and their dangers
Scientists are discovering the dangers of PFAs, a group of synthetic chemicals used in consumer products since the 1950s, and ...
A Graham well was contaminated with forever chemicals. It led to a new, temporary rule.
North Carolina has established temporary rules for eight PFAS chemicals in groundwater. Permanent rules are already moving ...
Draft guidelines for 'forever chemicals' released. Here's what it means for drinking water safety in Australia
The Australian National Health and Medical research Council (NHMRC) has today released draft guidelines for acceptable levels ...
Harbour 'forever chemicals' rise after sewage spill
Sewage spills in a harbour that is home to a colony of seals caused levels of toxins known as "forever chemicals" to rise, ...
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PFAS (Forever Chemicals): Health Risks, Sources, How to Avoid
PFAS chemicals are called "forever chemicals" because they are not easily broken down. Potential health risks include cancer, ...
The Peninsula’s water service provider is working to remove forever chemicals. But how much will it cost?
The Biden administration enacted stricter limits on PFAS, known as “forever chemicals,” in drinking water. To meet the new ...