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"‘Forever chemicals’ contaminate more dolphins and whales than we thought – new research"
#PFAS #ForeverChemicals #Animals

‘Forever chemicals’ contaminate more dolphins and whales than we thought – new research
The sex and age of an animal turn out to be stronger predictors than habitat for higher PFAS levels, suggesting they accumulate over a lifetime.

🩸 Alarming levels of Pfas in blood of those living near US air force base, study finds
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"‘Forever chemical’ contamination could undermine sea otters’ fragile recovery in Canada"
#Canada #PFAS #ForeverChemicals

‘Forever chemical’ contamination could undermine sea otters’ fragile recovery in Canada
Sea otters living along the coastline of Canada’s British Columbia province carry residues of “forever chemicals” in their bodies, according to a new study,  and those living near dense human populations or shipping lanes are the most heavily impacted. The research was published in the journal Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, authored principally by scientists at […]

💊 PFAS may be eliminated from the body faster with certain medicines, study suggests
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PFAS may be eliminated from the body faster with certain medicines, study suggests
Certain medicines can cause the environmental toxin PFAS to be eliminated from the body faster, according to a study from the University of Gothenburg. The findings highlight one more medicine as effective, but whether it brings health benefits is still unclear.

"Eco-friendly technology removes toxic PFAS from water"
#PFAS #ForeverChemicals #Technology

Eco-friendly technology removes toxic PFAS from water
Rice University researchers, in collaboration with international partners, have developed the first eco-friendly technology to rapidly capture and destroy toxic "forever chemicals" (PFAS) in water. The findings, recently published in Advanced Materials, mark a major step toward addressing one of the world's most persistent environmental threats.

Des #PFAS dans 95% des bières testées aux US !
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.est.4c11265

⛹🏻‍♀️ Ball mill technique produces nanoscale scaffolds that filter PFAS
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Ball mill technique produces nanoscale scaffolds that filter PFAS
PFAS are fluorinated compounds found in many everyday products, such as outdoor clothing and cookware like Teflon pans. This is because PFAS are durable, heat-resistant and dirt-repellent. Their stability is precisely what leads to problems: although potentially harmful to our health, these substances are scarcely broken down at all in the environment and are regarded as "forever chemicals." PFAS are also found in wastewater. Although they can be removed by filtration, this is a laborious proce…

Toxic #PFAS have slowly come under control. But petrochemical companies find new industries to attach to, now #semiconductors.
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Computer chips, with a side of forever chemicals
Companies that make forever chemicals smell an opportunity.

"How researchers tracked the biggest hidden sources of forever chemical pollution in UK rivers"
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How researchers tracked the biggest hidden sources of forever chemical pollution in UK rivers
The amount of toxic "forever chemicals" flowing into the River Mersey in north-west England has reached some of the highest levels recorded anywhere in the world.

"You can be exposed to PFAS through food, water, even swimming in lakes"
#PFAS #ForeverChemicals #Health

You can be exposed to PFAS through food, water, even swimming in lakes
Since the 1940s, companies have been using PFAS—perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances—to make products easier to use, from Teflon nonstick pots to waterproof rain gear, stain-resistant carpet and firefighting foam.

In allen getesteten #Trinkwasserproben aus #Niedersachsen hat der #BUND die Chemikaliengruppe #PFAS

BUND: PFAS in allen Trinkwasser-Stichproben aus Niedersachsen
Die Umweltschutzorganisation BUND hat Trinkwasser getestet. In allen Proben aus Niedersachsen hat sie nach eigenen Angaben die Stoffgruppe PFAS nachgewiesen. Die Chemikalien gelten als gesundheitsschädlich.

"EU ministers test positive for PFAS in their blood, despite forever chemical phase-outs"
#EU #EuropeanUnion #PFAS

EU ministers test positive for forever chemicals in their blood
PFAS were found in the blood of all the EU ministers sampled, the tests found.

"Chemical companies lobbying MPs not to ban Pfas"
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"Regulators overlooking toxic Pfas found around Lancashire chemicals plant"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #PFAS #ForeverChemicals

#BUND #Trinkwasser -Test: In allen acht Stichproben aus #NRW wurden #PFAS nachgewiesen.

"From nail bars to firefighting foams: how chemicals are deemed safe enough or too harmful"
#Chemicals #PFAS #ForeverChemicals

From nail bars to firefighting foams: how chemicals are deemed safe enough or too harmful
One banned nail polish chemical shows why proving something is ‘safe enough’ is never simple.

🩸 Blood tests show highest levels of forever chemicals in those living near New Mexico plume
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Blood tests show highest levels of forever chemicals in those living near New Mexico plume
It's a name many people have trouble pronouncing, but these synthetic chemicals have been used in everything from fast-food packaging to nonstick cookware, clothing, household cleaning products and even firefighting foam.

#Umwelt Kleine Anfrage Landtag #NRW #LTNRW #SPD #PFAS

"Drinking Water Inspectorate ordered action over ‘forever chemicals’ risk"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #PFAS #ForeverChemicals