Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Critical Rule to Clean up PFAS ...
WEBApr 19, 2024 · Exposure to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has been linked to cancers, impacts to the liver and heart, and immune and developmental damage to infants and children.
EPA sets first-ever limits on PFAS in water | AP News
WEBApr 10, 2024 · The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday announced its first-ever limits for several common types of PFAS, the so-called "forever chemicals," in drinking water.
White House Releases New Research Strategy to Protect Communities from PFAS
WEBSep 3, 2024 · Today, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) released a new strategy for federal research on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) or so-called “forever...
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes First-Ever National Drinking ...
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Exposure to PFAS has been linked to deadly cancers, impacts to the liver and heart, and immune and developmental damage to infants and children. This final rule represents the most significant step to protect public health under …
A new sensor detects harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water ...
WEBMar 11, 2024 · An MIT sensor can detect “forever chemicals” known as PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in drinking water. PFAS are found in many consumer products and are linked to cancer and other health problems.
EPA Announces New Drinking Water Health Advisories for PFAS …
WEBJun 15, 2022 · EPA is moving forward with proposing a PFAS National Drinking Water Regulation in fall 2022. As EPA develops this proposed rule, the agency is also evaluating additional PFAS beyond PFOA and PFOS and considering actions …
EPA imposes first limits on PFAS chemicals in drinking water - NBC News
WEBApr 10, 2024 · For the first time, the EPA has set limits for six types of PFAS chemicals in drinking water. The chemicals have been linked to health issues and can linger permanently in the environment.
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Critical Action to ...
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Today the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the first-ever national legally enforceable drinking water standard for PFAS, which will protect 100 million people from PFAS...
EPA rule limits PFAS chemicals in drinking water : Shots - Health News …
WEBApr 10, 2024 · The Environmental Protection Agency announced new drinking water standards Wednesday to limit exposure to a class of chemicals called PFAS.
EPA announces first-ever national regulations for "forever ... - CBS News
WEBApr 11, 2024 · For the first time ever, the Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday it is issuing a national regulation limiting the amount of certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as...