PFAS or perfluoroalkyl and poly-fluoroalkyl are synthetic chemicals dangerous to human health. Although the Environmental ...

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An investigation into fluoroelastomer watch bands has revealed high levels of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), a short-chain ...

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) announced Wednesday, Jan. 22, it was transitioning to PFAS-free bunker gear for all its active firefighters. A news release notes that the change ...

diesel exhaust and a group of chemicals known as PFAS in turnout gear. PFAS is an abbreviation for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances"Last year, we did ultrasound screening for a bunch ...

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS, are man-made synthetic chemicals with substantial fire and ...