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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
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
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
Rising TFA Contamination Threatens Drinking Water
Rising Trifluoracetate (TFA) levels in the Bodensee-Rhein region threaten drinking water quality; waterworks have observed a doubling of TFA in the Hochrhein River over eight years, reaching 0.8–1 µg/L, posing a significant threat due to its persistence and potential health impacts.
Rising TFA Contamination Threatens Drinking Water
Rising Trifluoracetate (TFA) levels in the Bodensee-Rhein region threaten drinking water quality; waterworks have observed a doubling of TFA in the Hochrhein River over eight years, reaching 0.8–1 µg/L, posing a significant threat due to its persistence and potential health impacts.
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48% Bias Score
Blue Mountains PFAS Contamination: 32 Years of Exposure
An investigation by WaterNSW revealed that Blue Mountains residents drank water with elevated levels of PFAS, exceeding Australian guidelines, for up to 32 years, potentially due to sources like a 1992 petrol tanker crash and a fire station, prompting the disconnection of Medlow and Greaves Creek Da...
Blue Mountains PFAS Contamination: 32 Years of Exposure
An investigation by WaterNSW revealed that Blue Mountains residents drank water with elevated levels of PFAS, exceeding Australian guidelines, for up to 32 years, potentially due to sources like a 1992 petrol tanker crash and a fire station, prompting the disconnection of Medlow and Greaves Creek Da...
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32% Bias Score
Graphene Oxide: A Safe Replacement for PFAS in Food Packaging
Northwestern University scientists created a graphene oxide-based food packaging material to replace PFAS, offering a non-toxic, compostable, and effective alternative currently undergoing third-party testing and preparing for full-scale production.
Graphene Oxide: A Safe Replacement for PFAS in Food Packaging
Northwestern University scientists created a graphene oxide-based food packaging material to replace PFAS, offering a non-toxic, compostable, and effective alternative currently undergoing third-party testing and preparing for full-scale production.
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56% 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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Sydney Sewage Plants Discharge PFAS into Drinking Water Catchment
A Western Sydney University study found untreated sewage in Sydney's drinking water catchment contains dangerous PFAS chemicals, exceeding levels at Bowral (2900 ng/kg), with significant environmental impact on wildlife such as platypuses, despite low levels in treated drinking water.
Sydney Sewage Plants Discharge PFAS into Drinking Water Catchment
A Western Sydney University study found untreated sewage in Sydney's drinking water catchment contains dangerous PFAS chemicals, exceeding levels at Bowral (2900 ng/kg), with significant environmental impact on wildlife such as platypuses, despite low levels in treated drinking water.
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48% 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
Decades-Long PFAS Contamination in Blue Mountains Water Supply Revealed
A report reveals that Blue Mountains residents may have consumed PFAS-contaminated water for up to 32 years due to incidents like a 1992 petrol tanker crash and a fire brigade station, despite concerns raised since 1998; authorities disconnected affected dams only in August 2024.
Decades-Long PFAS Contamination in Blue Mountains Water Supply Revealed
A report reveals that Blue Mountains residents may have consumed PFAS-contaminated water for up to 32 years due to incidents like a 1992 petrol tanker crash and a fire brigade station, despite concerns raised since 1998; authorities disconnected affected dams only in August 2024.
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56% Bias Score
EPA Weakens "Forever Chemical" Limits in Drinking Water
The EPA plans to weaken limits on several "forever chemicals" in drinking water, delaying compliance deadlines for some and rescinding limits on others, reversing stricter rules implemented by the Biden administration and facing criticism from environmental groups.
EPA Weakens "Forever Chemical" Limits in Drinking Water
The EPA plans to weaken limits on several "forever chemicals" in drinking water, delaying compliance deadlines for some and rescinding limits on others, reversing stricter rules implemented by the Biden administration and facing criticism from environmental groups.
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48% Bias Score
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