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PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances) are everywhere. In fact, according to biogeochemist Elsie Sunderland of Harvard University, who was interviewed by PBS in 2021, detectable levels of PFAS can be found in 98 to 99 percent of all people. PFAS are man-made chemicals that have been used […]

PFAS, or polyfluoroalkyl substances, are man-made, synthetic chemicals that have been used for a variety of purposes in consumer products. There are thousands of distinct PFAS in existence, but two of the most popular PFAS, at least until they were discontinued in the United States, […]

PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been called “forever chemicals” because they are virtually indestructible and remain in the environment (and in the human body) for long periods of time without breaking down. PFAS have been linked to a variety of human health issues, including various types […]

Also known as “forever chemicals”, PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been used to manufacture certain consumer products since the 1950s. According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), some of the most common products that contain or previously contained PFAS include non-stick pans, […]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemical compounds, popularized by companies like 3M, DuPont, and Scotchgard, that are found in many common industrial and consumer products. These substances are known as “forever chemicals” because they essentially never break down.  In addition to their environmental […]

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals that have been used in many global industries since the late 1940s. Because they are uniquely capable of repelling both oil and water, they are highly valued for use in many products and purposes.  However, in recent […]

PFAS is an acronym that stands for both Perfluoroalkyl Substances and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances. These are synthetic chemical compounds that are manufactured for use in several industries around the world and are highly valued for their unique ability to repel both oil and water. This property […]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of chemicals with a wide array of uses in industry and in consumer products. They are considered incredibly useful and have been mass-produced since the 1940s because of their unique ability to repel both water and oil. […]

It is no secret that firefighters do some of the most dangerous work in the world. They work tirelessly to protect their communities, and their exposure to the extreme heat and deadly smoke of fires requires them to have gear that they can feel confident […]

Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is called turnout or bunker gear. Bunker gear can include as little at the bulky trousers, boots and jacket or a combination of all the protection gear including three layers of a protective suit. Bunker gear is a term that […]