The discovery has raised health concerns and calls for both safer ingredients and clearer labeling from manufacturers.

At least 250 bills to regulate the hazardous chemicals have been introduced this year in more than two dozen states.

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Blood levels of PFAS (“forever chemicals”) were linked to about a 31 % increased future risk of type 2 diabetes.   The study ...

Forever chemicals, or Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances known as PFAS are synthetic, long-lasting chemicals, and have been used since the 1950s for water repellent.

In boys, higher exposure to the forever chemical PFDeA was linked to a 9% greater risk of high blood pressure from ages 6 to 12, and a 17% greater risk during the teen years.

EPA testing shows a greater share of large cities don't meet drinking water standards for forever chemicals. Check your city's results on our map.

That’s because research has increasingly revealed that heavy metals, radioactive substances, and harmful PFAS (“forever chemicals”) are present in our water systems.

Illinois will ban the sale of household items containing intentionally added PFAS (forever chemicals) starting in 2032. The PFAS Reduction Act (HB2516) targets items like cosmetics, dental floss ...