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Isabella Zarzar

Created on March 3, 2023

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PFAS: THe forevor chemicals

How can you be exposed?

Swallowing contaminated soil or dust

Eating fish caught from contaminated water

Drinking contaminated water

Eating food packaged in material that contains PFAS

Eating food grown or raised near places that used or made PFAS

What Products are they in?

  • Personal care products, like shampoo, dental floss, nail polish, and eye makeup
  • Stain-resistant coatings used on carpets, upholstery, and other fabrics
  • And more...
  • Cleaning products
  • Water-resistant fabrics, such as rain jackets, umbrellas and tents
  • Grease-resistant paper
  • Nonstick cookware

What are the possible health effects?

High levels of certain PFAS may lead to:

Increased cholesterol levels

Changes in liver enzymes

Decreased vaccine response in children

Reproductive and developmental problems

Increased risk of high blood pressure or pre-eclampsia in pregnant women

Increased risk of kidney, testicular, and other cancers

Scientists are still learning about more health effects.

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),

Wisconsin Department of Health Services