Posts from April 2024.
The dangers of PFAS (Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as ‘forever chemicals’, have been apparent for years. Finally the federal government has laid out a new limit on these toxic chemicals. PFAS are utilized across various commercial, industrial, and military contexts. PFAS exposure raises the risk of thyroid disease, weakened immune systems, ulcerative colitis, pregnancy induced hypertension, elevated cholesterol and kidney and testicular cancers.
The new federal rule sets Maximum Contaminant Levels for these and certain other PFAS in drinking water ...