Clarifying Facts About PFAS That Have Not Been Addressed

By Timothy J Lepore, M.D. | Nantucket Current | April 21, 2026

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"To the editor: Speaking as a private citizen, I would like to clarify some facts about PFAS that have not been addressed in the misleading discussions so far.

1) There is NO safe level of PFAS in drinking water. The acceptable level of 20 parts per trillion is purely arbitrary. It is expected the federal government will reduce the acceptable level to 4 parts per trillion.

2) PFAS is toxic, causes cancer and birth defects."

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