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forever chemicals

No ‘Forever Chemicals’ Worries for NYC’s Drinking Water — But Environmental Agency Is Making Extra Sure to Be Safe

Levels of 29 PFAS compounds are below detectable levels in the city reservoir network, as tougher standards spur hunt for potential risk sources. By Samantha Maldonado Apr 16 5:00am EDT Drinking water that flows from New York City’s taps is…

Are Forever Chemicals in Bottled Water? Are We In Trouble?

Forever chemicals, also known as PFAS, are synthetic compounds that have become ubiquitous in everyday life. These chemicals are widely used in products such as non-stick cookware, carpets, food packaging, and even firefighting foam. However, what many people may not…

What Are Forever Chemicals?

Forever Chemicals: What They Are and Why You Should Care? What are “forever chemicals?” You may have heard the term in the news lately. These chemicals, also known as PFAS (poly-fluoroalkyl substances), are synthetic compounds that are used in a…

A List of Forever Chemicals and Where They Are Found

Whether you’re a chemist or just an everyday consumer, you should know the risks associated with forever chemicals. You should know where we find them and the hazards they present. Below is a list of common forever chemicals in various…