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PFAS are toxic ‘forever chemicals’ that linger in our air, water, soil and bodies – here’s how to keep them out of your drinking water

  • Written by Jessica Ray, Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Washington
PFAS are toxic ‘forever chemicals’ that linger in our air, water, soil and bodies – here’s how to keep them out of your drinking waterExposure to PFAS during pregnancy can lead to a child's low birth weight and accelerated puberty. RUNSMART/Digital Vision via Getty Images

Close to half of America’s tap water contains PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. These “forever chemicals” are in thousands of products, from clothing and cosmetics to...

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