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1 dzień temu · Scientists have discovered toxic 'Forever Chemicals' present in samples of drinking water from around the world, a new study reveals. Researchers found 10 'target' PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances ...
15 kwi 2024 · Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of synthetic chemicals that are used throughout society. However, they are increasingly detected as environmental pollutants and some are linked to negative effects on human health.
1 mar 2024 · Many emerging chemicals, such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), microplastics, and 1,4-dioxane, have drinking water as the dominant exposure pathway for many...
1 dzień temu · Researchers found PFAS – chemicals which do not break down in nature – in tap and bottled water available for consumption in major cities in the UK and China. Scientists have discovered toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ present in samples of drinking water from around the world, a new study reveals. Researchers found 10 ‘target’ PFAS ...
3 dni temu · A growing body of epidemiologic research has examined the potential associations between contaminants in drinking water and various cancers, with a special emphasis on sources of particular concern, including arsenic, asbestos, radon, agricultural chemicals, and byproducts of hazardous waste sites. Given the potential public health implications, a bibliometric analysis of the literature in ...
1 dzień temu · Journal information: ACS ES&T Water. Researchers found 10 'target' PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances)—chemicals which do not break down in nature—in tap and bottled water available for ...
19 sie 2024 · Chemical contaminants in drinking water, including arsenic, nitrate, and fluoride, pose significant health risks, particularly in low-income countries with inadequate water management infrastructure. This study aims to identify the most hazardous chemical contaminants, evaluate global drinking water quality, and assess health impacts based on a ...
