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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State sets temporary allowable PFAS limits in groundwater
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources released interim maximum allowable concentrations to help define cleanup targets for groundwater contaminated with high levels of the chemical compounds.
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 ...
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 ...
Public hearings to be held on state groundwater standards for three PFAS
The standards are being proposed for PFOS, PFOA and GenX, and these would affect the maximum allowable concentrations of ...
‘Enormous implications’: Australia’s tap water clean-up could cost billions
Authorities have proposed much lower safe limits for cancer-linked “forever chemicals” in drinking water. What does it mean ...
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Blood Test Might Spot Women in Labor at Risk for Preeclampsia
A routine blood test can identify women in labor who are at risk for preeclampsia, a high-blood pressure condition that's a ...
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‘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 ...
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 ...