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Sampling of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances in drainage water from a waste management facility
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12 Aug 2024 | Chemosphere
Drainage water at a Swedish waste management facility contained various PFAS, including short-chain perfluoroalkyl sulfonic acids (C4 and C5) and perfluoroalkyl carboxylic acids (C4 to C6).
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Drinking water quality parameters in Africa and the United States: Implications for public health
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12 Aug 2024 | Eng. Sci. Technol.
This study highlights significant disparities between water quality in Africa and the United States, with Africa facing high levels of microbiological and chemical contaminants due to inadequate infrastructure, while the U.S. contends with challenges like PFAS contamination and lead from aging pipes despite advanced treatment technologies, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions and policy improvements in both regions.
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Dioxins vs. PFAS: Science and Policy Challenges
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12 Aug 2024 | Environ Health Perspect
Dioxin-like chemicals, once a major environmental concern, have been largely controlled through regulations, but attention has now shifted to PFAS, a group of "forever chemicals" that pose a serious and urgent health threat, with ongoing debates about their regulation.
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It’s too soon to stop studying the potential effects of PFAS on human health
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9 Aug 2024 | Nature
Despite positive signs regarding the decreasing presence of specific PFAS in the blood of sampled humans, we do not know enough about this broad class of substances to justify stopping research on their toxicity.
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Walz oversaw a PFAS crackdown. What would that mean for a Harris admin?
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9 Aug 2024 | E&E News
Advocates hope Minnesota’s ban on “forever chemicals” could bring a new focus and drive for regulations if the Democratic ticket prevails.
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State provides recommendations to Sleepy Bear owner for PFAS violation fix
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8 Aug 2024 | Steamboat Pilot & Today
The owner of Sleepy Bear Mobile Home Park, located on the west side of Steamboat Springs, is seeking a new water system operator as well as solutions to address the elevated levels of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” reported in April resulting in a federal water quality violation.
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PFAS found near Edmonds school sparks concerns about wells
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7 Aug 2024 | The Everett Herald
Madrona K-8 School’s stormwater system is designed to filter pollutants. But locals still worry chemicals will seep into an aquifer.
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Assessment of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances and physiological biomarkers in aquarium-based bottlenose dolphins and killer whales
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6 Aug 2024 | Chemosphere
PFAS, especially PFOS and PFNA, were found in the serum of zoo-based bottlenose dolphins and killer whales, and the study revealed significant correlations between PFAS exposure and physiological effects, such as increased reactive oxygen species, suggesting potential health risks that could inform future conservation and regulatory decisions.
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances exposure is associated with polycystic ovary syndrome risk among women attending a fertility clinic
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6 Aug 2024 | Sci Total Environ
Exposure to certain PFAS, particularly PFOS and PFHxS, has been linked to an increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome among women seeking fertility treatment, even at lower exposure levels, highlighting the reproductive health risks associated with PFAS.
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Research reveals high levels of PFAS contamination in food supply chains
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5 Aug 2024 | Food Navigator Europe
Consumption of everyday foods and drinks like eggs, rice and coffee could lead to high levels of potentially hazardous PFAS chemicals in humans, the latest research has found.
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The long-chain polyfluorinated alkyl substance perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS) promotes bone marrow adipogenesis
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5 Aug 2024 | Toxicol Appl Pharmacol
PFAS, particularly PFHxS, can accumulate in bones and promote the formation of bone marrow fat, potentially increasing the risk of conditions like osteoporosis and tumor progression. This study highlights the need for further research on the health impacts of PFHxS exposure, especially in combination with a high-fat diet.
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Gestational PFAS Exposure and Newborn Size: The Modifying Effect of Cord Blood Fatty Acids
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3 Aug 2024 | ESE
Emerging evidence shows that PFAS exposure during pregnancy, particularly from short-chain PFAS, is linked to decreased newborn size, but higher levels of fatty acids in cord blood may mitigate these adverse effects.
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Mapping Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance Footprint from Cosmetics and Carpets across the Continental United States
Science
2 Aug 2024 | ACS EST Water
Consumer products like cosmetics and carpets are significant contributors to PFAS contamination in the environment, especially in densely populated and coastal areas, highlighting the urgent need to stop the production and use of PFAS in these items.
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[Blog] Should I get a blood test for PFAS (“forever chemicals”)?
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2 Aug 2024 | The Nerdy Girls
Testing your blood for PFAS (“forever chemicals”) is not recommended for most people. However, for the small fraction of people with a history of high PFAS exposure, the potential benefits of testing may outweigh the harms.
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Bill to rid firefighting gear of PFAS chemicals headed to Governor Healey
Policy
1 Aug 2024
Massachusetts is on the verge of having the strongest law in the country to protect firefighters from their own gear, as a bill that effectively bans PFAS from turnout gear heads to Governor Maura Healey for her signature.