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• Number of Carbons Is a Critical Parameter for Accumulation of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in the Human Brain

  Science

  10 Feb 2025 | Environ Sci Technol

  Longer-chain PFAS accumulate more in the human brain than shorter-chain PFAS, indicating that carbon chain length plays a crucial role in their distribution and raising concerns about potential neurological effects​.

• Per‐and polyfluoroalkyl substances in untreated and treated sludge/biosolids from 27 water resource recovery facilities across the United States and Canada

  Science

  9 Feb 2025 | Water Environ Res.

  PFAS were detected in untreated and treated sludge biosolids from 27 water resource recovery facilities across the U.S. and Canada, with post-stabilized biosolids generally showing higher concentrations than pre-stabilized sludge, particularly for 5:3 FTCA and PFOS.

• Researchers highlight terrifying multi-generational consequences of PFAS and pesticides: 'Can interfere with the normal functioning'

  News

  9 Feb 2025 | Yahoo!News

  A recent report has confirmed a concerning connection between harmful health effects in humans and fluorine exposure through common chemicals and pesticides.

• Maternal per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance concentrations and placental DNA methylation of thyroid hormone-related genes

  Science

  8 Feb 2025 | J Hazard Mater

  Exposure to PFAS during pregnancy may alter how certain genes in the placenta function, potentially affecting thyroid hormones in the developing baby and raising concerns about impacts on growth and health.

• Two PFAS bills scheduled for Saturday House Energy and Natural Resources committee

  Policy

  7 Feb 2025

  Legislation to eventually ban the sale of consumer goods containing so-called “forever chemicals,” and a second bill New Mexico officials hope will help advance cleanup, will be heard Saturday by the House Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee.

• CDC Report Finds Traces Of PFAs In Maui Firefighters’ Blood

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  7 Feb 2025 | Civil Beat

  Firefighters who responded to the Maui wildfires had elevated levels of PFAS, a manmade chemical linked to cancer, in their bloodstream, according to a new wildfire report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• Detox your kitchen: three things you can do right now to avoid toxic chemicals

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  7 Feb 2025 | The Guardian

  PFAS and microplastics lurk everywhere – from pots and pans to storage containers and utensils. These simple changes are a first step in reducing them quickly.

• Surface soil PFAS mixtures dominated by PFOS: Prioritization for ecotoxicity testing and ecological risk assessment at current and former US Air Force Bases

  Science

  7 Feb 2025 | Environ Toxicol Chem

  PFAS mixtures in soil were dominated by PFOS (approximately 82%) but also included 5% to 12% of PFHxS, PFOA, PFOSA, and PFHxA. Additionally the study identified high concentrations but inconsistent prevalence of the 6:2 and 8:2 fluorotelomer sulfonates. These results highlight the need for toxicity testing of mixtures dominated by PFOS but including combinations of other PFAS.

• Maine bill could set PFAS limits for food grown by local farmers

  Policy

  6 Feb 2025

  If approved, Maine could lead the nation in setting new PFAS thresholds for some of the foods we consume.

• Notes from the field: Serum concentrations of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances among first responders to the Maui wildfires — Hawaii

  Policy

  6 Feb 2025

  Median summed concentrations of selected PFAS among Maui County, Hawaii employees approximately 1 month after the 2023 Maui wildfires were higher among firefighters than among other responder groups. Sources other than the wildfires could have contributed to the levels.

• PFAS ban sees tech suit shipments halted in California and New York; No suit ban imminent

  News

  6 Feb 2025 | SwimSwam

  The ban of PFAS substances in select U.S. states has resulted in a disruption of swimsuit orders and shipments for swimmers and parents gearing up for swim season.

• Investigation of common and unreported parabens alongside other plastic-related contaminants in human milk using non-targeted strategies

  Science

  6 Feb 2025 | Chemosphere

  A study of human milk in Canada and South Africa detected multiple paraben-related contaminants, including restricted and uncommon ones, as well as a tire-related chemical, PFAS, and phthalate metabolites. The results emphasize the need to utilize non-target analysis as well as further research the usage, biotransformation, and potential toxicity of a number of contaminants.

• [Report] Notes from the Field: Serum Concentrations of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Among First Responders to the Maui Wildfires - Hawaii, September 2023

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  6 Feb 2025 | MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep

  First responders to the 2023 Maui wildfires had elevated serum levels of PFAS, particularly firefighters, likely due to exposure from fire effluents, contaminated gear, and firefighting foams, raising concerns about long-term health risks such as cancer and metabolic disorders.

• 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​.

• 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.