Por: ABC7 World April 21, 2023
at a rapid rate, potentially affecting millions of people over the past two decades, according to a data analysis by ABC News.Researchers say that when people are exposed at high levels, these chemicals can increase certain health risks.Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as , are a group of approximately 12,000 chemicals used to make a variety of industrial and consumer products such as nonstick pans, food packaging and firefighting... + full article
Portland Press Herald USA Nation May 14, 2023
Maine and the United States are now recognizing the dangers of PFAS chemicals, with common exposures through contaminated drinking water or on-the-job exposures, some factory work or by eating contaminated wild-caught fish or game. But what exactly is PFAS, and how can you avoid... + más
Commentary: We know more than enough about PFAS to restrict their use | Portland Press Herald
Utility bills could spike as the EPA moves to limit 'forever chemicals' in drinking water | NBC News
NBC News USA Nation April 25, 2023
A new Environmental Protection Agency proposal aimed at eliminating “forever chemicals” in drinking water could cost local water utilities millions of dollars each, and some of that price tag is already being passed on to consumers. The EPA’s regulation would limit a... + más
'Frustration' fuels Broncos' sideline blowup in loss | ESPN
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Portland Press Herald USA Opinion April 13, 2023
The properties of PFAS are not “misunderstood.” Rather, many are well-known as highly persistent in the environment, in our bodies, and in our drinking water and food supply, and the best studied are extremely toxic, linked to health problems ranging from cancers, hormone... + más
Commentary: When it comes to PFAS, pesticide availability is the least of our concerns | Portland Press Herald
New research lab could give Maine an edge in fight against PFAS contamination chemicals | Portland Press Herald
Los Angeles Times USA World March 15, 2023
The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed the first federal limits on harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer. The plan would limit... + más
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ABC7 USA Health March 14, 2023
on Tuesday proposed the first federal limits on harmful forever chemicals in drinking water, a long-awaited protection the agency said will save thousands of lives and prevent serious illnesses, including cancer.The plan would limit toxic PFAS chemicals to the lowest level that... + más
Portland Press Herald USA Opinion February 03, 2023
Maine has taken the lead nationally, having committed more than $100 million to investigate soil, water and food contamination caused by “forever chemicals,” per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and to provide emergency financial assistance and technical help to... + más
Commentary: Criticism of Maine State Chamber of Commerce on PFAS undeserved | Portland Press Herald
Portland Press Herald USA Opinion October 25, 2022
In recent years, concerns have arisen that exposure to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) can cause health problems. Due to the extent of the presence of PFAS in thousands of products made and/or sold in Maine, the Maine State Chamber has been engaged on PFAS policy for... + más
'Forever chemicals' in deer, fish challenge hunters, tourism | WPLG Local 10
'Forever chemicals' in deer, fish challenge hunters, tourism | Associated Press
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