Are 'forever chemicals' present in all U.S. water sources? | Fact brief
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are not present in all U.S. water sources at detectable levels under current testing. But PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are widespread. PFAS, a group of manufactured chemicals used in products since the 1940s, have been linked to decreased fertility, developmental delays, increased risk of cancer and more.
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