PFAS

PFAS Tap Water

Removing PFAS from public water systems will cost billions and take time

'Forever chemicals' found in freshwater fish, yet most states don't warn residents

Freshwater Fish PFAS

Pa. to increasingly monitor waterways for PFAS contamination

PFAS surface water

'Forever chemicals' found in most Pennsylvania streams tested by U.S. Geological Survey scientists

Raincoats, undies, school uniforms: Are your clothes dripping in 'forever chemicals?'

Forever Chemicals Clothing

EPA to restrict hazardous 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

Forever Chemicals Water PFAS

Most Bucks, Montco residents involved in CDC study have moderate to high levels of 'forever chemicals'

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Harmful chemicals discovered in containers used by several fast food and grocery chains

Bucks County sues companies, alleging contamination of water, soil

Bucks County PFAS lawsuit

Hidden chemicals in your makeup could be putting your health at risk, new data shows

Toxic chemicals in beauty products

Philly Water Department refutes report claiming city's drinking water is contaminated

Philly Drinking Water PFAS

Bellmawr cuts off half of town's water supply after detection of dangerous chemical

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That compostable bowl from your favorite restaurant may contain cancer-causing chemicals

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FDA tests show substantial levels of PFAS chemicals in some foods

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Pennsylvania to set maximum PFAS level in drinking water after EPA takes a pass

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PFAS Action Team meeting to provide updates on sampling plan, hear public comment

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EPA's plan to regulate chemical contaminants in drinking water is a drop in the bucket

Appeals court rules Bux-Mont families can resume fight to compel Navy to pay for medical monitoring

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Governor's action on PFAS is vital first step, but many questions remain

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New Jersey expands fish consumption testing to include PFAS

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Red Wine Headaches

Why does red wine cause headaches? Research points to a compound found in the grapes' skin

Cereal Boxes Grocery Store

FDA upgrades its definition of 'healthy' food for first time in 3 decades

Dry Skin Shower

Long, hot showers can damage your skin; here's how to keep it healthy

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Abington teen starts 'little library' to help children of people experiencing homelessness and...

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The role of friends and peers in preventing impaired driving

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