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UK Bill Seeks to Restrict Microplastics and PFAS in School Uniforms
Proposed amendments to the UK children's wellbeing bill seek to limit microplastics and PFAS "forever chemicals" in school uniforms due to health and environmental concerns, aiming for a near-immediate PFAS ban and a 12-month action plan for artificial fibers.
UK Bill Seeks to Restrict Microplastics and PFAS in School Uniforms
Proposed amendments to the UK children's wellbeing bill seek to limit microplastics and PFAS "forever chemicals" in school uniforms due to health and environmental concerns, aiming for a near-immediate PFAS ban and a 12-month action plan for artificial fibers.
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48% Bias Score
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Adolescent High Blood Pressure
A study of over 1,000 US children linked prenatal exposure to PFAS, or "forever chemicals," to a higher risk of high blood pressure during adolescence, particularly for boys and Black children, highlighting the need for stronger environmental regulations to limit widespread PFAS exposure.
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Adolescent High Blood Pressure
A study of over 1,000 US children linked prenatal exposure to PFAS, or "forever chemicals," to a higher risk of high blood pressure during adolescence, particularly for boys and Black children, highlighting the need for stronger environmental regulations to limit widespread PFAS exposure.
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52% Bias Score
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Teen High Blood Pressure
Prenatal exposure to PFAS "forever chemicals" is linked to higher blood pressure in teens, particularly in adolescents, males, and Black children, according to a new study of 1,094 children over 12 years, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association; the study suggests that while indiv...
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Teen High Blood Pressure
Prenatal exposure to PFAS "forever chemicals" is linked to higher blood pressure in teens, particularly in adolescents, males, and Black children, according to a new study of 1,094 children over 12 years, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association; the study suggests that while indiv...
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28% Bias Score
Fiber Supplement Reduces 'Forever Chemicals' in Blood by 8%
A Boston University study of 72 men showed that consuming a beta-glucan fiber supplement three times daily for four weeks reduced blood levels of PFAS, 'forever chemicals' linked to cancer, by 8 percent, suggesting fiber may help eliminate these toxins.
Fiber Supplement Reduces 'Forever Chemicals' in Blood by 8%
A Boston University study of 72 men showed that consuming a beta-glucan fiber supplement three times daily for four weeks reduced blood levels of PFAS, 'forever chemicals' linked to cancer, by 8 percent, suggesting fiber may help eliminate these toxins.
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48% Bias Score
Widespread PFAS Contamination Found in Queenslanders' Blood
A study reveals that nearly 98% of Queenslanders over 12 have PFAS in their blood, with higher levels in older men, raising concerns about long-term health effects despite limited immediate evidence of harm.
Widespread PFAS Contamination Found in Queenslanders' Blood
A study reveals that nearly 98% of Queenslanders over 12 have PFAS in their blood, with higher levels in older men, raising concerns about long-term health effects despite limited immediate evidence of harm.
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28% Bias Score
Ann Arbor's Proactive Response to PFAS Contamination
Ann Arbor, Michigan, detected PFAS in its drinking water in 2014, tracing the contamination to industrial discharges into the Huron River. The city implemented granular-activated carbon filtration, reducing PFAS to undetectable levels, showcasing a proactive approach to managing this persistent poll...
Ann Arbor's Proactive Response to PFAS Contamination
Ann Arbor, Michigan, detected PFAS in its drinking water in 2014, tracing the contamination to industrial discharges into the Huron River. The city implemented granular-activated carbon filtration, reducing PFAS to undetectable levels, showcasing a proactive approach to managing this persistent poll...
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24% Bias Score
Forever Chemical" Found in Most UK Rivers
Researchers found trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a persistent chemical, in 98% of 32 UK rivers, prompting concerns about its impact on human reproduction and raising questions about the lack of UK regulations.
Forever Chemical" Found in Most UK Rivers
Researchers found trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a persistent chemical, in 98% of 32 UK rivers, prompting concerns about its impact on human reproduction and raising questions about the lack of UK regulations.
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40% Bias Score
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Higher Blood Pressure in Children
A Harvard study reveals that prenatal exposure to PFAS chemicals, known as "forever chemicals," is linked to higher blood pressure in children, with stronger effects seen in teenagers, boys, and Black children, potentially due to factors such as differing toxin removal rates and environmental injust...
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Higher Blood Pressure in Children
A Harvard study reveals that prenatal exposure to PFAS chemicals, known as "forever chemicals," is linked to higher blood pressure in children, with stronger effects seen in teenagers, boys, and Black children, potentially due to factors such as differing toxin removal rates and environmental injust...
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28% Bias Score
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Teen High Blood Pressure
A study of 1,094 children found a link between prenatal exposure to PFAS "forever chemicals" and higher blood pressure in teens, particularly in males and Black youth, highlighting the need for both individual actions and policy changes to reduce exposure and mitigate health risks.
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Teen High Blood Pressure
A study of 1,094 children found a link between prenatal exposure to PFAS "forever chemicals" and higher blood pressure in teens, particularly in males and Black youth, highlighting the need for both individual actions and policy changes to reduce exposure and mitigate health risks.
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36% Bias Score
Pfas Found in Most Beers Sampled, Raising Health Concerns
A study of 23 beers found Pfas, or "forever chemicals," in 22, with the highest levels in beers from North Carolina's Cape Fear River Basin and Michigan's Kalamazoo County, highlighting contaminated water as a likely source and raising public health concerns.
Pfas Found in Most Beers Sampled, Raising Health Concerns
A study of 23 beers found Pfas, or "forever chemicals," in 22, with the highest levels in beers from North Carolina's Cape Fear River Basin and Michigan's Kalamazoo County, highlighting contaminated water as a likely source and raising public health concerns.
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40% Bias Score
US Beers Contaminated with PFAS: Study Reveals Link to Drinking Water
A study by the ACS' Environmental Science & Technology found that 95% of 23 US beers tested contained PFAS, exceeding EPA limits in some beers brewed in North Carolina, California, and Michigan, highlighting the need for improved water treatment strategies.
US Beers Contaminated with PFAS: Study Reveals Link to Drinking Water
A study by the ACS' Environmental Science & Technology found that 95% of 23 US beers tested contained PFAS, exceeding EPA limits in some beers brewed in North Carolina, California, and Michigan, highlighting the need for improved water treatment strategies.
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56% Bias Score
PFAS Contamination Found in 95% of Tested Beers
A study found PFAS, cancer-causing 'forever chemicals', in 95% of 23 tested beers from North America and Europe, primarily due to contaminated brewing water; levels exceeded EPA limits in some samples.
PFAS Contamination Found in 95% of Tested Beers
A study found PFAS, cancer-causing 'forever chemicals', in 95% of 23 tested beers from North America and Europe, primarily due to contaminated brewing water; levels exceeded EPA limits in some samples.
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48% Bias Score
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