Chemical Safety

⚠️ PFAS Detected in Reusable Intimate Products: A New Study Raises Health and Environmental Concerns

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Notre Dame and the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs has revealed the widespread presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in reusable intimate hygiene products—raising new alarms for both consumer safety and environmental protection.

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🌱PFAS in Soils: An Underestimated Environmental Threat?

A Deep Dive into the INERIS Report on Firefighting Foam Contamination In December 2024, INERIS (France’s National Institute for Industrial Environment and Risks) published a comprehensive study examining PFAS contamination at two highly impacted sites:

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🤰PFAS: The "Eternal Pollutants" Threatening Fetal Development

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are ubiquitous—in our water, air, food packaging, cosmetics, and even inside our bodies. These chemicals, prized for their non-stick and waterproof qualities, have become notorious for their extreme persistence in the environment and their potential to cause adverse health effects.

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PFAS analytical standards: A Barrier to Scientific Research?

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have earned the nickname “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and potential adverse impacts on human health.

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