PFAS contamination: Westminster lawsuit could be first of kind in US
WEB1 day ago · The result showed a PFAS level of 1,335 parts per trillion above the state's Imminent Hazard Level. Subsequent testing of other properties showed 85% of samples (116 of 137) had PFAS levels above ...
How Dangerous Is PFAS in Food? - The New York Times
WEB3 days ago · That’s the good news. Still, some public-health advocacy groups have questioned the F.D.A.’s methodology, and the agency itself warns that “PFAS exposure from food is an emerging area of ...
Source of high PFAS levels in Muskegon Lake foam unknown, …
WEB22 hours ago · Scientists are still studying what causes PFAS foam to form on water body surfaces. Factors include wind direction, treated wastewater discharge and oxygen levels in the water. “We're racking ...
PFAS: EPA issues regulation limiting toxic forever chemicals in ...
WEBApr 10, 2024 · PFAS or polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as “forever chemicals”, are a class of chemicals used in consumer and industrial products. The Biden administration on Wednesday finalized strict ...
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Critical Rule to Clean up PFAS ...
WEBApr 19, 2024 · Exposure to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has been linked to cancers, impacts to the liver and heart, and immune and developmental damage to infants and children.
A new sensor detects harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water ...
WEBMar 11, 2024 · An MIT sensor can detect “forever chemicals” known as PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in drinking water. PFAS are found in many consumer products and are linked to cancer and other health problems.
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes First-Ever National Drinking ...
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Exposure to PFAS has been linked to deadly cancers, impacts to the liver and heart, and immune and developmental damage to infants and children. This final rule represents the most significant step to protect public health under …
Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in pesticides used on food ... - CNN
WEBJul 24, 2024 · Toxic chemicals called PFAS are in pesticides sprayed on food and included in pet flea treatments and home bug repellants, a new study found.
Damages From PFAS Lawsuits Could Surpass Asbestos, Industry …
WEBMay 28, 2024 · Mr. Gross was referring to PFAS, the “forever chemicals” that have emerged as one of the major pollution issues of our time. Used for decades in countless everyday objects — cosmetics, takeout...
EPA Announces New Drinking Water Health Advisories for PFAS …
WEBJun 15, 2022 · EPA is moving forward with proposing a PFAS National Drinking Water Regulation in fall 2022. As EPA develops this proposed rule, the agency is also evaluating additional PFAS beyond PFOA and PFOS and considering actions …