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They don’t readily degrade; they also don’t stay where we put them. As a result, we can now find PFAS in places such as our ...
Key Takeaways PFAS 'forever chemicals' could be increasing risk of diabetesDiabetes risk rose with blood levels of PFASPFAS appears to alter metabolism WEDNESDAY, July 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — ...
When Lawrence and Penny Higgins of Fairfield, Maine, first learned in 2020 that high levels of toxic chemicals called PFAS taint their home’s well water, they wondered how their health might suffer.
Many Pennsylvanians don't know if their well water contains chemicals that can weaken the immune system, increase cancer risk and cause infertility.
FAYETTEVILLE-- Until recently, microwave popcorn was among the threats to drinking water, a scientific conference in Fayetteville was told Tuesday.
The city of Cadillac may qualify for some of the settlement money from a class action lawsuit filed against several PFAS ...
Exposure to a class of synthetic chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as "forever chemicals", may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, ...
PFAS in treated water discharged from two sites outside Yokota Air Base in Tokyo spiked recently but remained within safe ...
Frederick County will take out a $2.2 million forgivable loan to connect one apartment complex and two mobile home parks to ...
Scientists and regulators are divided over the threat posed by rising levels of a chemical called TFA.
A new study has found that many reusable menstrual products — such as period underwear and menstrual cups — contain ...
Nearly 30% of reusable period products show signs of intentionally added PFAS.   Researchers tested 59 items using advanced ...