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Forever chemicals found in 99% of bottled water samples globally, study finds
A recent international study led by researchers from the University of Birmingham Southern University of Science and Technology reveals that over 99% of bottled water samples worldwide contain "forever chemicals,
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.
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.
'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 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 bottled and tap water from around the world
Researchers found 10 'target' PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances)—chemicals which do not break down in nature—in tap and bottled water available for consumption in major cities in the UK and China. Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) were detected in over 99% of samples of bottled water sourced from 15 countries around the world.
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,
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