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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and global water resources: an in-depth review of existing regulatory frameworks worldwide
Science
5 Feb 2025 | Int. J. Environ. Sci. Technol.
Global efforts to regulate PFAS are hindered by inconsistent policies, political and economic barriers, and scientific uncertainties, despite increasing evidence of their persistence, bioaccumulation, and toxicity in water resources; the study emphasizes the need for stronger international collaboration and enforcement to effectively manage PFAS pollution.
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Evers announces $145 million budget proposal to address PFAS pollution
Policy
4 Feb 2025
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers on Tuesday announced a $145 million budget proposal to address PFAS pollution across the state, an amount that more than doubles the money set aside in the last state budget to address the problem.
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PFAS levels in 80% of Okayama townsfolk exceed U.S. guidelines
News
4 Feb 2025 | The Asahi Shimbun
More than 80 percent of Kibi-Chuo residents tested for cancer-causing organic fluorine compounds in their blood had levels exceeding U.S. guidelines, according to town officials.
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Per- and Poly-fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in Sediment: a Source of PFAS to the Food Web?
Science
4 Feb 2025 | Integr Environ Assess Manag
While treatment of wastewater treatment plant effluent initially decreased PFAS levels in Kent Lake fish in Michigan, high contamination levels were found to continue due to PFAS accumulation in sediment acting as a persistent contamination source.
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First-of-its-kind PFAS study finds 'potentially harmful' levels of forever chemicals in Marylanders
News
3 Feb 2025 | WBALTV
A first-of-its-kind study testing the blood of Maryland residents for toxic forever chemicals found every participant had it in their blood — with nearly all of them at risk for health problems due to their levels of PFAS contamination.
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Per- and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances, and Organophosphate Flame Retardants in the Upper Yangtze River: Occurrence, Spatiotemporal Distribution, and Risk Assessment
Science
1 Feb 2025 | Toxics
PFAS and OPFRs were detected in the upper Yangtze River, with higher concentrations in the main stream than in tributaries, particularly near industrial and urban areas, and while ecological risks were generally low, some locations, especially near wastewater discharge sites, showed potential carcinogenic risks for adults due to OPFR exposure.
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Record levels of ‘forever chemicals’ found in wildlife near New Mexico base, hunters warned
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29 Jan 2025 | AP
Environmental regulators and health officials in New Mexico are warning hunters that harmful chemicals known to cause cancer in people have been found at record levels in birds, small mammals and plants at a lake near Holloman Air Force Base.
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Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances and Twin Growth Discordance: New Insights from a Twin Birth Cohort Study
Science
29 Jan 2025 | Environ Sci Technol
Prenatal exposure to PFAS is associated with greater differences in birth weight and height between twin siblings, with non-identical twins being more affected than identical twins.
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Anti-icing properties of polar bear fur
Science
29 Jan 2025 | Sci Adv
Polar bear fur naturally prevents ice buildup due to its sebum composition, reducing ice adhesion similarly to fluorocarbon coatings, and providing insights for developing environmentally friendly anti-icing materials.
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Prenatal Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Relation to Antibody Titers and Infections in Childhood.
Science
28 Jan 2025 | Environ Res
Higher prenatal exposure to PFAS is linked to weaker immune responses in children, leading to lower vaccine antibody levels and increased risk of infections, particularly respiratory illnesses, during early childhood.
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Notorious US chemical plant polluting water with toxic PFAS, lawsuit claims
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27 Jan 2025 | The Guardian
Complaint says Chemours factory dramatized in Hollywood movie Dark Waters continues to pollute West Virginia river.
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Apple sued for using dangerous 'forever chemicals' in Watch bands
News
27 Jan 2025 | The Register
Apple has been sued for allegedly selling wristbands for its smartwatches that contain high levels of "forever chemicals" known as PFAS that may be linked to harmful health effects in humans.
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Water industry strategies to manufacture doubt and deflect blame for sewage pollution in England
Science
27 Jan 2025 | Nature Water
Water and sewerage companies in England were found to use 22 greenwashing, disinformation, and manufacturing doubt tactics to help diminish their contributions to water pollution.
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Apple defends Watch bands amid lawsuit over 'toxic' design fail
News
26 Jan 2025 | MSN
The company told our sister site Tom's Guide: "Apple Watch bands are safe for users to wear. In addition to our own testing, we also work with independent laboratories to conduct rigorous testing and analysis of the materials used in our products, including Apple Watch bands."
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New PFAS treatment facilities aim to clean North Carolina drinking water
News
25 Jan 2025 | WRAL News
Aqua unveiled seven PFAS treatment facilities in North Carolina, aiming to remove toxic chemicals from drinking water as utilities brace for EPA regulations and potential federal policy changes.