Category: Chemicals
Paper Straws not as Eco-Friendly as Imagined
September 7th, 2023Paper straws, which were meant to be an eco-friendly alternative, may not be better for the environment, a new study suggests.The study warns that paper straws can contain “forever chemicals” that can harm human health.
Paper Straws and PFAS
The resea… more »
Scientists Find Safer Method for Destroying “Forever Chemicals”
September 2nd, 2022Scientists may have a safer way to destroy PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.”
Destroying PFAS
PFAS, which stands for polyfluoroalkyl substances, is a class of synthetic chemicals used in the manufacture of consumer products. PFAS can linger perm… more »
Could Your Kitchen be Making You Sick?
July 13th, 2022The natural gas piped into your home contains a variety of toxic chemicals, including nearly two dozen so harmful they’re classified as hazardous air pollutants, a new study says.
Hazardous Gas Found In Kitchens
Natural gas samples taken from 69 Bosto… more »
More “Forever Chemicals” in Water Than Initially Thought
February 5th, 2020
A new report has found that Americans are more widely exposed to synthetic polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS) than previously thought.
Forever Chemicals in Tap Water
PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals. The Environmental Protection Agency (… more »
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