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[Public Comment] Proposed restriction of PFHxA, its salts and related substances
Policy
25 Mar 2020
Germany has submitted a proposal to restrict the manufacture and commerce of PFHxA and is now seeking comments from the public.
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Metabolic and Pharmaceutical Aspects of Fluorinated Compounds
Science
24 Mar 2020 | J of Medi. Chem.
A review of the literature associated with the metabolism of fluorinated molecules, focusing on examples where the presence of fluorine influences the metabolic profile.
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How DuPont may avoid paying to clean up a toxic 'forever chemical'
News
13 Mar 2020 | NBC News
Robin Andrews of Pedricktown, New Jersey, has been fighting an autoimmune disease and thyroid condition for the past three years, suffering severe dental problems, hair loss and other symptoms. All, she believes, are the result of exposure to drinking water tainted by a group of chemicals called PFAS, used widely for decades in products like Teflon pans, stain-resistant carpets, even cosmetics.
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The phase out of and restrictions on per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances: Time for a rethink
Science
9 Mar 2020 | Chemosphere
Leading scientists call for more increased communication, collaboration, and transparency between academia and industry so countries can contribute meaningfully to global regulatory initiatives.
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Two senate bills target chemicals found in firefighting foam
News
9 Mar 2020 | California Globe
Two bills that call for the partial banning and water testing of chemicals called perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were introduced to the Californian Senate.
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Exposures to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS): Potential risks to reproductive and children's health.
Science
9 Mar 2020 | Curr Probl Pediatr Adolesc Health Care
A review of PFAS's effect on developing children and potential routes of exposure.
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Court links toxic foam to cancer in legal blow to government
News
5 Mar 2020 | The Sydney Morning Herald
A landmark finding that there is "good evidence" toxic firefighting chemicals could potentially cause harmful health effects including cancer has undercut the federal government’s claim the risks are "minimal" and left it exposed to the threat of millions of dollars in legal payouts.
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Impacts of food contact chemicals on human health: a consensus statement
Science
2 Mar 2020 | Environmental Health
33 scientists wrote a peer-reviewed consensus statement highlighting toxic chemicals in food packaging and recommended improvements to protect human health.
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U.S. Department of Defense-Funded Fate and Transport Research on Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances at Aqueous Film-Forming Foam-Impacted Sites
Science
26 Feb 2020 | Environ. Tox. and Chem.
This article summarizes much of the work the U.S. Department of Defense has conducted over PFAS fate and transport and their overarching conclusions to date.
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Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6) Plasma Treatment of Medical Grade Poly(methyl methacrylate)
Science
13 Feb 2020 | Coatings
A PFAS coating was applied to an optical device which is laid directly on the eyeball to increase device longevity.
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The effect of weathering on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) from durable water repellent (DWR) clothing
Science
12 Feb 2020 | Chemosphere
Weathering of outdoor clothing can result in an 5-100 fold increase in the varieties of PFAS present.
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Fluoropolymer Nanoparticles Prepared Using Trifluoropropene Telomer Based Fluorosurfactants
Science
11 Feb 2020 | Langmuir
A novel PFAS was developed as an "environmentally friendly alternative" to PFOA.
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[Discussion] Be cautious applying carbon-fluorine bonds in drug delivery
Science
4 Feb 2020 | Chemosphere
Researchers discuss the essentiality and safety of using PFAS in medicines.
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The Toxicology Forum: 44th Annual Winter Meeting
Science
3 Feb 2020
During the Toxicology Forum on Monday, January 27, 2020, a session focused on the new methodologies in risk characterization of PFAS as well as challenges and opportunities in PFAS research.
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Movie Review: In "Dark Waters,” Experience the Emotional Toll of an Attorney Fighting for Truth
News
3 Feb 2020 | Ohio State Bar Assocation
The science is certain on the dangers of PFOA, as revealed by Bilott’s work — and we’re just starting to recognize the risks of a thousand similar chemicals.