PFAS in US Tap Water Linked to 33% Higher Cancer Risk
A study reveals that Americans exposed to 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) in tap water have up to a 33 percent higher risk of developing certain cancers, with an estimated 6,864 annual cancer cases linked to PFAS-contaminated water; researchers call for stricter regulations.
PFAS in US Tap Water Linked to 33% Higher Cancer Risk
A study reveals that Americans exposed to 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) in tap water have up to a 33 percent higher risk of developing certain cancers, with an estimated 6,864 annual cancer cases linked to PFAS-contaminated water; researchers call for stricter regulations.
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52% Bias Score
Smartwatch Bands Found to Contain High Levels of Toxic PFAS
A University of Notre Dame study found 15 of 22 tested smartwatch brands contain high levels of PFAS, exceeding levels found in other consumer products and raising health concerns due to prolonged skin contact; the study checked for PFAS in bands from Nike, Apple, Fitbit, and Google.
Smartwatch Bands Found to Contain High Levels of Toxic PFAS
A University of Notre Dame study found 15 of 22 tested smartwatch brands contain high levels of PFAS, exceeding levels found in other consumer products and raising health concerns due to prolonged skin contact; the study checked for PFAS in bands from Nike, Apple, Fitbit, and Google.
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44% Bias Score
Widespread PFAS Contamination in UK Demands Urgent Remediation
A report by the Environment Agency identified over 10,000 high-risk PFAS contamination sites across the UK, primarily linked to firefighting foams, manufacturing plants, and wastewater treatment, with potential annual cleanup costs reaching billions of pounds.
Widespread PFAS Contamination in UK Demands Urgent Remediation
A report by the Environment Agency identified over 10,000 high-risk PFAS contamination sites across the UK, primarily linked to firefighting foams, manufacturing plants, and wastewater treatment, with potential annual cleanup costs reaching billions of pounds.
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36% Bias Score
PFAS Contamination at Yokota Air Base Prompts Joint US-Japan Inspection
Japanese authorities inspected Yokota Air Base on December 20 to investigate a leak of approximately 48,000 liters of PFAS-contaminated water from a firefighting training area in August, prompting concerns about environmental and health impacts.
PFAS Contamination at Yokota Air Base Prompts Joint US-Japan Inspection
Japanese authorities inspected Yokota Air Base on December 20 to investigate a leak of approximately 48,000 liters of PFAS-contaminated water from a firefighting training area in August, prompting concerns about environmental and health impacts.
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24% Bias Score
Widespread PFAS Contamination Exceeds EU Limits in European Waters
European waters, particularly in the Netherlands (96% exceedance), Belgium, France, and Iceland (100% exceedance), show widespread PFAS contamination exceeding EU limits, posing health risks and hindering the 2027 goal of 'good chemical status'.
Widespread PFAS Contamination Exceeds EU Limits in European Waters
European waters, particularly in the Netherlands (96% exceedance), Belgium, France, and Iceland (100% exceedance), show widespread PFAS contamination exceeding EU limits, posing health risks and hindering the 2027 goal of 'good chemical status'.
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24% Bias Score
Australia Calls for Total Ban on 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer Goods
Australia's water providers are demanding a nationwide ban on PFAS, a family of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' found in consumer goods, to prevent water contamination and associated health risks, costing millions in water treatment. The call to action was made at a senate inquiry on Wednesday.
Australia Calls for Total Ban on 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer Goods
Australia's water providers are demanding a nationwide ban on PFAS, a family of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' found in consumer goods, to prevent water contamination and associated health risks, costing millions in water treatment. The call to action was made at a senate inquiry on Wednesday.
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44% Bias Score
RAF Bases: Hotspots of Toxic "Forever Chemical" Pollution
Analysis of Ministry of Defence documents reveals high levels of PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in groundwater near multiple RAF bases in the UK, exceeding safe drinking water levels and raising concerns about potential health risks to personnel and nearby communities.
RAF Bases: Hotspots of Toxic "Forever Chemical" Pollution
Analysis of Ministry of Defence documents reveals high levels of PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in groundwater near multiple RAF bases in the UK, exceeding safe drinking water levels and raising concerns about potential health risks to personnel and nearby communities.
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44% Bias Score
Wastewater Plants Fail to Remove "Forever Chemicals," Exposing Millions to Contamination
A study finds that wastewater treatment plants in the US are discharging large amounts of unregulated PFAS chemicals, primarily from pharmaceuticals, into rivers and lakes, potentially exposing 23 million Americans to contamination; climate change worsens the issue by concentrating these chemicals i...
Wastewater Plants Fail to Remove "Forever Chemicals," Exposing Millions to Contamination
A study finds that wastewater treatment plants in the US are discharging large amounts of unregulated PFAS chemicals, primarily from pharmaceuticals, into rivers and lakes, potentially exposing 23 million Americans to contamination; climate change worsens the issue by concentrating these chemicals i...
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24% Bias Score
NSW Town Offered Free Water After 'Forever Chemical' Contamination
Elevated levels of PFAS, exceeding Australian guidelines, were detected in Warialda, NSW's bore water supply, prompting the government to provide free bottled water to 1,400 residents while investigations into the source continue; this follows a similar incident in the Blue Mountains affecting 41,00...
NSW Town Offered Free Water After 'Forever Chemical' Contamination
Elevated levels of PFAS, exceeding Australian guidelines, were detected in Warialda, NSW's bore water supply, prompting the government to provide free bottled water to 1,400 residents while investigations into the source continue; this follows a similar incident in the Blue Mountains affecting 41,00...
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32% Bias Score
High PFOA Levels Found in Brisbane Drinking Water
Elevated PFOA levels, up to seven times the US safety standard, were found in Brisbane drinking water treatment plants, prompting calls for accountability from Queensland Premier David Crisafulli despite compliance with national guidelines. Seqwater withheld test results from the public.
High PFOA Levels Found in Brisbane Drinking Water
Elevated PFOA levels, up to seven times the US safety standard, were found in Brisbane drinking water treatment plants, prompting calls for accountability from Queensland Premier David Crisafulli despite compliance with national guidelines. Seqwater withheld test results from the public.
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48% Bias Score