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Conflicting Views on PFAS Health Risks Amidst Discovery of New Contaminants in Sydney Tap Water
A NSW Health webinar minimized PFAS health risks, while new research revealed 31 PFAS types in Sydney tap water, including some with unknown health effects, causing concern among community groups and experts who highlighted the discrepancy between the presented information and existing research.
Conflicting Views on PFAS Health Risks Amidst Discovery of New Contaminants in Sydney Tap Water
A NSW Health webinar minimized PFAS health risks, while new research revealed 31 PFAS types in Sydney tap water, including some with unknown health effects, causing concern among community groups and experts who highlighted the discrepancy between the presented information and existing research.
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60% Bias Score
New Jersey Secures $2 Billion PFAS Settlement from DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva
DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva will pay New Jersey up to $2 billion to settle environmental claims stemming from PFAS contamination; this is the largest such settlement in the state's history, involving $875 million in payments and a $1.2 billion remediation fund.
New Jersey Secures $2 Billion PFAS Settlement from DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva
DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva will pay New Jersey up to $2 billion to settle environmental claims stemming from PFAS contamination; this is the largest such settlement in the state's history, involving $875 million in payments and a $1.2 billion remediation fund.
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40% Bias Score
PFAS Found in Reusable Feminine Hygiene Products
A study revealed that 100% of 19 tested reusable women's hygiene products contained PFAS, with nearly 30% showing intentional addition, raising health concerns and prompting calls for safer manufacturing practices.
PFAS Found in Reusable Feminine Hygiene Products
A study revealed that 100% of 19 tested reusable women's hygiene products contained PFAS, with nearly 30% showing intentional addition, raising health concerns and prompting calls for safer manufacturing practices.
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48% Bias Score
PFAS Contamination Found in Reusable Menstrual Products
A study found that nearly 30% of reusable menstrual products tested contained intentionally high levels of PFAS, raising concerns about health risks and environmental contamination due to their persistence and release into wastewater and landfills.
PFAS Contamination Found in Reusable Menstrual Products
A study found that nearly 30% of reusable menstrual products tested contained intentionally high levels of PFAS, raising concerns about health risks and environmental contamination due to their persistence and release into wastewater and landfills.
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28% Bias Score
Italy Tightens PFAS Regulations in Drinking Water
Italy's new decree 102/2025 lowers PFAS limits in drinking water to 0.10 µg/L by January 13, 2026, and 10 µg/L for TFA by January 12, 2027, expanding regulations to small suppliers and public fountains, requiring six-monthly data reporting to AnTeA, and introducing the ReMaF material assessment syst...
Italy Tightens PFAS Regulations in Drinking Water
Italy's new decree 102/2025 lowers PFAS limits in drinking water to 0.10 µg/L by January 13, 2026, and 10 µg/L for TFA by January 12, 2027, expanding regulations to small suppliers and public fountains, requiring six-monthly data reporting to AnTeA, and introducing the ReMaF material assessment syst...
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44% Bias Score
Gut Microbes Show Promise in Removing PFAS, Leading to Probiotic Development
Cambridge researchers discovered gut microbes capable of removing up to 75% of PFAS from mice intestines, leading to the development of a potential probiotic supplement by the startup Cambiotics; however, it's not a complete solution to the PFAS problem.
Gut Microbes Show Promise in Removing PFAS, Leading to Probiotic Development
Cambridge researchers discovered gut microbes capable of removing up to 75% of PFAS from mice intestines, leading to the development of a potential probiotic supplement by the startup Cambiotics; however, it's not a complete solution to the PFAS problem.
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48% Bias Score
PFAS Found in Reusable Menstrual Products: Health and Environmental Risks Highlighted
A study found PFAS, forever chemicals linked to various health issues, in nearly one-third of 59 tested reusable menstrual products from North America and Europe; researchers highlight the need for consumer demand for PFAS-free alternatives.
PFAS Found in Reusable Menstrual Products: Health and Environmental Risks Highlighted
A study found PFAS, forever chemicals linked to various health issues, in nearly one-third of 59 tested reusable menstrual products from North America and Europe; researchers highlight the need for consumer demand for PFAS-free alternatives.
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44% Bias Score
Study Reveals PFAS in Reusable Menstrual Products
A peer-reviewed study found PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in 100% of 19 reusable menstrual and incontinence products tested from North America, South America, and Europe; higher concentrations suggesting intentional addition in about 30% of the 59 products tested, raising concerns about health and e...
Study Reveals PFAS in Reusable Menstrual Products
A peer-reviewed study found PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in 100% of 19 reusable menstrual and incontinence products tested from North America, South America, and Europe; higher concentrations suggesting intentional addition in about 30% of the 59 products tested, raising concerns about health and e...
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48% Bias Score
PFAS Found in Reusable Menstrual Products
A US study found PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in almost a third of 59 reusable menstrual products tested, raising concerns about both direct skin absorption and indirect environmental contamination through water and food.
PFAS Found in Reusable Menstrual Products
A US study found PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in almost a third of 59 reusable menstrual products tested, raising concerns about both direct skin absorption and indirect environmental contamination through water and food.
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44% Bias Score
Study Finds 'Forever Chemicals' in Reusable Menstrual Products
A study found that 70% of nearly 60 reusable menstrual products tested contained PFAS, 'forever chemicals' linked to cancer, with period underwear and pads showing the highest rates of intentional addition; researchers urge manufacturers to eliminate PFAS.
Study Finds 'Forever Chemicals' in Reusable Menstrual Products
A study found that 70% of nearly 60 reusable menstrual products tested contained PFAS, 'forever chemicals' linked to cancer, with period underwear and pads showing the highest rates of intentional addition; researchers urge manufacturers to eliminate PFAS.
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40% Bias Score
Italian Court Sentences 11 for PFAS Contamination Affecting 350,000
A court in Rome found 11 individuals guilty of contaminating the water and soil near Trissino, Italy, with PFAS, affecting an estimated 350,000 people in the Veneto region; the case highlights the global health risks of these "forever chemicals".
Italian Court Sentences 11 for PFAS Contamination Affecting 350,000
A court in Rome found 11 individuals guilty of contaminating the water and soil near Trissino, Italy, with PFAS, affecting an estimated 350,000 people in the Veneto region; the case highlights the global health risks of these "forever chemicals".
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60% Bias Score
Gut Microbes Show Promise in Eliminating PFAS "Forever Chemicals
University of Cambridge researchers discovered specific gut microbes that absorb and eliminate PFAS "forever chemicals" in mice, removing up to 75% of some compounds and potentially offering a new treatment using probiotic supplements.
Gut Microbes Show Promise in Eliminating PFAS "Forever Chemicals
University of Cambridge researchers discovered specific gut microbes that absorb and eliminate PFAS "forever chemicals" in mice, removing up to 75% of some compounds and potentially offering a new treatment using probiotic supplements.
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36% Bias Score
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