How this family of industrial chemicals has contaminated water supplies is a worldwide story.
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More PFAS Coverage
Sludge is used as fertilizer across Wisconsin. How much is tainted by PFAS?
Sludge and septage are spread across around half a million acres statewide, but most of it has never been tested for PFAS.
Study shows correlation between ‘forever chemicals’ and Type 2 diabetes
More PFAS news as more than 400,000 residents in Illinois grapple with elevated “forever chemicals” in their drinking water, and two investigations reveal the status of PFAS in Canada.
Baby bald eagles tested positive for PFAS and other legacy contaminants
More PFAS news as an Illinois “forever chemicals” bill awaits Gov. Pritzker’s signature, and a promising replacement for toxic firefighter foam could hit the market soon.
Wisconsin DNR expands private well PFAS testing to five Oneida County townships
People on private wells in five Oneida County Townships may be offered free PFAS testing.
EPA Outlines New PFAS Strategy Amid Expert Concerns
More PFAS news as a bipartisan PFAS task force forms and Illinois expands PFAS water system warnings.
EPA nixes PFAS grants, teases new strategy
More PFAS news as a chemical disaster tracking tool goes dark and updated fish advisories are announced in Michigan and Minnesota.
