Understanding PFAS
toxic legacy of forever chemicals
what are forever chemicals?
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) are a group of manufactured chemicals which contain a strong carbon-fluorine bond. They are often referred to as ‘forever’ or ‘everywhere’ chemicals, due to their prominence in everyday products. They’re commonly used in products we use everyday – including food and CPG packaging, waterproof clothing, hygiene products, and cookware.
They don’t break down naturally in the environment, so they’ve come to build up inside of our bodies and the environment over time.
how do PFAS affect us?
PFAS has been found in over 99% of the human population – chances are you have detectable levels of PFAS in your blood!
PFAS have been tied to a number of health impacts, including cancer, heart and liver disease, hormone imbalance, infertility, and birth defects.
how did we get here?
The manufacturers that make and use forever chemicals don’t have widely adopted ways to remove or destroy them from wastewater. When this water discharges, it continues to contaminate our soil, water, and eventually gets into our drinking water.
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