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There must be something in the water: it's PFAS
Aug 15, 2022
OUTH CAROLINA, USA — Gone are the days of standing outside in the rain catching drops on your tongue. Studies are showing that rain worldwide is no longer safe to drink.
Scientists are finding PFAS, often called "forever chemicals" in the water. A recent study from Stockholm University confirmed that it's not safe to consume.
PFAS is a shorter name for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a group of over 9 thousand man-made chemicals that can't break down in the natural environment. Forever chemical isn't a quirky nickname, it's serious. They've been in use since the 1940's, and instead of breaking down they're being found in human and animal blood.