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“A known human carcinogen has been found in drinking water sources across the country, according to a report by the environmental organization Waterkeeper Alliance.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, referred to as PFAS or ‘forever chemicals,’ as a Group 1 carcinogen. The Waterkeeper Alliance’s study shows the prevalence of the harmful chemicals in U.S. surface water, a major source of the country’s drinking water.
PFAS chemicals have been widely used across various industries and consumer products for many years—such as in nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing and stain-resistant furniture. However, more research has been raising caution to the harm the substances pose to public health.” …