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Here's what you need to know the toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS.
» Sign up for our newsletter KnowThis to get the biggest stories of the day delivered straight to your inbox: https://go.nowth.is/knowthis_youtube » Subscribe to NowThis Earth: https://go.nowth.is/Earth_Subscribe PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in consumer products since the 50s. Like in non-stick cookware, water-repellent clothing, cosmetics, and household cleaning products. Because PFAS are everywhere, they’ve made their way into our environment, food, and water which we consume daily. The CDC and EPA are studying these chemicals and have associated them with health risks like cancer, birth defects, and others. More research is still needed. #PFAS #Toxic #Chemicals #Food #Health #Earth #Environment #Science #NowThis Connect with NowThis » Subscribe to NowThis News: http://go.nowth.is/News_Subscribe » Like us on Facebook: http://go.nowth.is/News_Facebook » Tweet us on Twitter: http://go.nowth.is/News_Twitter » Follow us on Instagram: http://go.nowth.is/News_Instagram » Find us on Snapchat Discover: http://go.nowth.is/News_Snapchat NowThis Earth is daily news coverage of climate, sustainability, biodiversity, species extinction, environmental justice, and other planetary concerns. NowThis is your premier news outlet providing you with all the videos you need to stay up to date on all the latest in trending news. From entertainment to politics, to viral videos and breaking news stories, we’re delivering all you need to know straight to your social feeds. We live where you live. http://www.youtube.com/nowthisearth @NowThisEarth |