PFAS found in bottled water around the world
Researchers have found the presence of PFAS substances, or perennial pollutants, in tap and bottled water from major cities in ...
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A link discovered between PFAS, kidney failure and gut microbiota
Increased exposure to PFAS is associated with kidney damage which could be explained by the action of these eternal pollutants ...
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Sleep disorders in young adults: PFAS to blame?
People with higher levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in their blood have poor sleep quality. THE ESSENTIAL High combined ...
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PFAS: what are we talking about?
ANSES takes stock of very persistent chemical substances known as “PFAS”. THE ESSENTIAL Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, all grouped under ...
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Pregnancy: ‘Eternal pollutants’ increase risk of obesity and heart disease
Pregnant women who have high levels of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) during pregnancy have an increased risk of long-term ...
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PFAS could enter our bloodstream through skin contact
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl compounds, better known as PFAS, are extremely persistent chemicals. THE ESSENTIAL PFAS are synthetic chemicals that resist ...
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PFAS: they impact the hearts of menopausal women
Researchers have found that PFAS, or everlasting pollutants, impact the heart health of postmenopausal women. THE ESSENTIAL Higher PFOA levels ...
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PFAS: Senate votes to ban eternal pollutants in cosmetics and clothing
The Senate voted to ban eternal pollutants, PFAS, in certain products such as clothing and cosmetics. THE ESSENTIAL As of ...
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Men’s exposure to PFAS can affect their children, says new study
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) alter sperm methylation, leading to changes in gene expression in the adipose and liver of ...
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PFAS: an increased risk with seafood?
A study shows that while eating seafood has health benefits, it may be an underestimated source of PFAS exposure, especially ...
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Pesticides: ever more “eternal pollutants” in European fruits and vegetables
The presence of pesticides containing PFAS substances has increased considerably in recent years in fruits and vegetables consumed in the ...
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PFAS, phthalates… Advice from a researcher to reduce daily risks
An expert gives tips for eating and maintaining your home while avoiding microplastics, which surround us and harm our health. ...
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PFAS: an anti-cholesterol drug reduces their levels in the blood
A cholesterol medication could reduce the level of "perennial pollutants" (PFAS) in the blood, according to a new Danish study. ...
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PFAS: record contamination of tap water in two towns near a Solvay factory
The Générations Futures association reveals worrying PFAS pollution around a factory of the Solvay company, in Salindres in Gard. It ...
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Osteoporosis: what if exposure to PFAS contributed to it?
A new study, the first on this subject, shows that the more adolescents and young adults are exposed to PFAS, ...
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PFAS: some pesticides are even more harmful than we thought
The NGOs Générations Futures and Pesticide Action Network Europe are warning of the presence of PFAS in many pesticides, making ...
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The “forever chemicals” causing thyroid cancer?
Exposure to certain PFAS, these so-called “eternal” chemical pollutants to which we are exposed every day, could increase the risk ...
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Tap water: can we continue to drink it without risk to our health?
Le Canard chainé revealed this Wednesday a confidential and alarmist email from the director of the Occitanie Regional Health Agency, ...
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Endocrine disruptors: should we fear “ultra-short” PFAS compounds?
Short and ultra-short chain PFAS compounds: a growing concern for health and the environment. THE ESSENTIAL PFAS make up a ...
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Women with cancer have high levels of PFAS in the body
A study shows that women with breast, ovarian, uterine or skin cancer have higher levels of PFAS, chemical compounds, in ...
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“Eternal pollutants” present in paper straws?
Paper straws are said to be as harmful as plastic ones due to synthetic chemical compounds, called PFAS, which are ...
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“Eternal” PFAS pollutants: where are they most widespread in France and what are their health risks?
© ShutterstockTHE PFAS – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances nicknamed "eternal chemicals" - are part of our daily lives, without us ...
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‘Eternal chemicals’ in contact lenses?
Eighteen references of contact lenses contain carcinogenic pollutants, alert American researchers. THE ESSENTIAL 18 contact lens references had concentrations of ...
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PFAS: a new technology would remove 99% of residues from drinking water
A new material would eliminate 99% of chemicals present in drinking water, more specifically perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). THE ESSENTIAL New ...
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‘Eternal chemicals’ reduce female fertility by 40%
PFAS, nicknamed "eternal chemicals" and present in many everyday objects, could lead to a 40% drop in female fertility. THE ...
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“Eternal pollutants” present in toilet paper?
Toilet paper would contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, which can cause cancer and fertility problems. THE ESSENTIAL Per- and polyfluoroalkyl ...
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Cancer, diabetes: everyday chemicals increase children’s risks
PFAS, chemicals widely used in our daily environments, can alter the biological development of children, including their thyroid function, increasing ...
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Cancer, infertility: these cosmetics contain PFAS harmful to health
Brand name makeup contains PFAS, according to a BBC survey. These are eternal pollutants also responsible for certain cancers or ...
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Non-stick pan: a single scratch can release thousands of plastic particles
Over time, it is normal for pots and pans to deteriorate. A recent UK study, however, warned of the health ...
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We finally know the average size of an erect penis
Many men persuaded to have a small penis would be completely in the norm, according to a recent study. This ...
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