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RSSWhat is a "Safe Level" for PFAS in Drinking Water?
Christina Liu @ Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 4:36 pm -0500
PFAS chemicals in drinking water are currently not Federally regulated. Regulatory agencies, scientists, advocacy groups, and industry have all provided perspectives regarding what they consider safe. Our science and policy Nerds unpack what this may mean for you.Â
Health Effects Caused by Exposure to PFAS Chemicals
Analies Dyjak @ Monday, October 18, 2021 at 5:56 pm -0400
PFAS (Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) PFAS contamination in drinking water and the environment has been linked to a wide range of health issues. This article discusses some of the most recent studies completed from around the world, and provides links to the peer-reviewed articles for these studies.
North Carolina's Drinking Water Crisis
Analies Dyjak @ Friday, July 24, 2020 at 9:32 am -0400
The state of North Carolina and several non-governmental organizations have been battling with chemical manufacturing giant, Chemours, over pollution in the Cape Fear River. Dozens of communities draw drinking water from this river, and surrounding groundwater aquifers, which have been contaminated by a harmful category of chemicals called PFAS. The State and Federal Government have been relying on a Consent Order (legal settlement) signed in 2019. The intent of this Consent Order, however, was never meant to be the long-term solution to this decades-long problem.Â
Endocrine Disruptors In Drinking Water: What You Need To Know
Analies Dyjak @ Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 6:24 pm -0400
Endocrine Disruptors are a category of contaminants that impact your body's natural ability to regulate hormones. Endocrine disruptors can be found in a variety of different consumer products like plastic containers, food cans, cosmetics, medical supplies, as well as drinking water.Â
